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By Eishna Rawat
Posted on July 2, 2026 9:34 pm Everton edge closer to signing the winger permanently after his impressive loan spell.
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Tyrique George looks set to complete a permanent move to Everton. His loan spell at Goodison Park went well, and a full transfer now looks close. As per the latest transfer news, Chelsea look set to complete one of their most advanced deals of the summer.
Everton Close In On Tyrique George Transfer
Everton and Chelsea are close to a deal. It focuses on Tyrique George, and the terms have changed since his loan. As reported by BBC Sport, Everton have moved away from the original £25m option. They are now working on a lower fee, topped up with add-ons. The Blues raised him through their academy. They appear satisfied with the revised terms, given their need to trim the squad this summer.
He made 11 appearances during his loan. He started just once, and he didn’t score. That gap reflects his modest output on the pitch this season. Still, his effort stood out. David Moyes was impressed by his work-rate. The manager pushed for the Toffees to get the move done soon. As reported by TEAMtalk, the new package is worth more than £20m. That’s well below the number attached to his loan deal.
Tyrique George for Everton and Chelsea in 2025/26, as per FOTMOB:
Competitions Matches Goals Assists Chances created
Premier League 15 0 0 3
EFL Cup 3 2 1 2
UCL 4 1 0 4
Moyes has praised the youngster more than once. As reported by BBC Sport, before the last match of the season, he called him “an excellent boy.” He also praised his “excellent work-rate.” Those words said a lot about where Everton’s priorities lay. That praise appears to be why the club resumed talks rather than letting the option lapse.
Tyrique George Deal Fits Wider Squad Rebuild
This move is part of a wider pattern. Everton are also close to wrapping up a £16m move for Hayden Hackney, as reported by BBC Sport. Merlin Rohl looks set to join for good too, after a fine loan spell from Freiburg. Together, these moves show a squad being rebuilt with fresh legs and long-term thinking.
Exits have shaped the summer as well. Idrissa Gana Gueye and Seamus Coleman have both exited the club now that their deals have expired**.** That closes a long chapter for two experienced players, and fans have thanked both for years of service. Their departure, alongside the new arrivals, points to a squad blending youth with real Premier League experience.
For Tyrique George, regular footballshould matter most. As reported by TEAMtalk, a deal could be wrapped up within days. He struggled for minutes during his time in west London. A settled role at Everton should finally let his pace and directness show.
Chelsea Continue Rebuild Under Xabi Alonso
Chelsea are going through their own rebuild under new boss Xabi Alonso. The west London club have already brought in Marco Palestra from the Italian side Atalanta, as reported by BBC Sport. They also keep tabs on Maxence Lacroix, Jacobo Ramon, and Pep Chavarria as they reshape the squad.
Financial pressure is also a factor here. Chelsea finished 10th in the Premier League and missed out on European football completely. That means less income from matchdays and broadcasting. Add in an ongoing Uefa settlement, tied to last summer’s breach of financial rules, and player sales start to look necessary rather than optional.
Enzo Fernandez has reportedly caught the eye of Real Madrid. Como and Inter Milan are watching Trevoh Chalobah closely. Benoit Badiashile, Tosin Adarabioyo, and Wesley Fofana all have uncertain paths ahead too, and forwards Alejandro Garnacho and Liam Delap fall into that same bracket as the squad continues to be pared down.
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