David Moyes of Everton, looking at Hacken midfielder Abdoulaye Doumbia
David Moyes of Everton, looking at Hacken midfielder Abdoulaye Doumbia
The Toffees will be hoping to make up for their summer deadline day collapse with a positive winter window.
David Moyes will most likely prioritise a striker, with Thierno Barry his only current option up top, after a move for AS Monaco's Folarin Balgoun fell through.
Despite the Friedkin Group's plans to sell, the Blues will be hoping to add immediate starting eleven strength, while also using the market to recruit for their future.
The midfield area is already a contentious debate at Hill Dickinson, with the likes of James Garner, Hayden Hackney, Harrison Armstrong and Christian Norgaard all competing against each other.
But could Doumbia be the latest addition to secure the future of Everton's midfield?
Everton emissaries watch Abdoulaye Doumbia ahead of January
With TFG hoping to sell Everton ahead of the January transfer window, there is some uncertainty around whether Moyes will be backed or not.
However, the Houston-based company have already pledged their unwavering support for the Scot, suggesting that they will spend money in the meantime, while they seek a fit and proper buyer.
The Toffees' recruitment team can't wait around for off-field shenanigans to be dealt with, as they've got plans of their own this January.
According to Africa Foot, Everton have sent club figures to watch Hacken midfielder Doumbia.
The 19-year-old has started 23 games in Allsvenskan in 2026, attracting plenty of suitors across Europe ahead of a potential move in the January window.
It's reported that Bayern Munich, Sunderland, Coventry City, Club Brugge and other European sides are all keen on the teenager, along with Everton.
It's said that the Ivorian has quickly found his feet in the Swedish league, becoming an integral part of Hacken's side.
How much could Everton sign Doumbia for?
Doumbia has earned an impressive 7.66 FotMob rating for his performances in Allsvenskan this year.
To put into context, Everton's highest-rated player in the Premier League this season is James Tarkowski with 7.59.
Doumbia's current value is £4.2million, as per Transfermarkt.
While this is not the exact confirmed amount that Hacken will be asking for, it certainly sets the parameters for what the Toffees can expect in talks.