Everton boss David Moyes has nothing but praise for Tottenham Hotspur star Guglielmo Vicario.
Tottenham midfielder Conor Gallagher has been attracting interest from Premier League clubs in recent weeks.
Conor Gallagher has struggled to establish himself as a regular starter at Tottenham Hotspur under Roberto De Zerbi this season.
After helping the Lilywhites retain their top-flight status last season, Conor Gallagher was expected to become a mainstay in De Zerbi’s side. However, the central midfielder has started just three of his eight Premier League outings in the wake of big-money summer signings Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes. De Zerbi has tried to use the England international in the No.10 role, but that plan hasn’t largely worked out.
This has led to clubs such as Everton, Leeds United and Crystal Palace monitoring Gallagher’s situation in N17. It emerged that De Zerbi has no intention of allowing the 26-year-old to leave Tottenham in January, despite growing interest in the midfielder from several Premier League clubs. However, that stance has lately changed, with reports suggesting that the Lilywhites would be open to selling the player if they receive sizeable offers.
Conor Gallagher signed for Tottenham in January 2026
Everton leading race to sign Conor Gallagher
Gallagher understandably has doubts over his long-term future at White Hart Lane, having started only four games in all competitions this season. And this dilemma has hit the midfielder after only arriving at Spurs from Atletico Madrid in January 2026.
Now, former scout Mick Brown has revealed that Everton boss David Moyes is a big fan of the Tottenham man and feels that he could add bite and strength to his midfield department. The Toffees showed an interest in Gallagher in the summer, but after nothing materialised, they could revive their interest in him when the transfer window reopens.
“Everton would certainly be a leading contender for Gallagher if he was to become available,” Mick Brown told Football Insider.
“Those attributes he has got, the work rate, the willingness to run, the ability to break up play and the energy to keep things moving, they’re all things David Moyes likes.
“So, Gallagher would tick a lot of boxes for Everton, and I’m sure David Moyes is a big fan and would love the opportunity to bring him in. A lot will depend on Tottenham, but from an Everton point of view, he’s a player who would immediately upgrade their midfield, and he’s better than some of the options they’ve got.
“It could be a move that makes a lot of sense, especially if the money involved is reasonable, and it’s something I can see them going for.”
Tottenham ready to accept new Conor Gallagher offer
Gallagher could push for a move if Everton come calling
Doubts remain over Gallagher’s quality in possession and his role in De Zerbi’s side, and if his situation does not change in the coming weeks, it wouldn’t be surprising if he seeks a loan move away from Tottenham.
Everton are seemingly emerging as the favourites for the former Chelsea man’s signature. Indeed, he ticks a lot of boxes for the Merseysiders, and Moyes could get the best out of the Epson-born star. Gallagher is tenacious, tough-tackling, energetic and athletic, which makes him an ideal fit in Moyes’ system.
Thus, if Everton come knocking on Tottenham’s door in January, don’t be surprised if the England international pushes to join them.