Everton linked with £17m forward as Bournemouth lead January race
Everton have reportedly enquired about Vasco da Gama forward Andres Gomez ahead of the January transfer window.
The 24-year-old Colombia international is attracting interest from several Premier League clubs, with Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest also considering a move. According to reports in Brazil, Vasco want around €20m (£17m) for Gomez, but Everton have yet to make a formal offer. Bournemouth are believed to be further ahead in their pursuit of the winger.
Everton make initial Gomez enquiry
Brazilian outlet ESPN reports that Everton and Nottingham Forest have contacted Vasco about Gomez’s availability. However, neither club has progressed to detailed negotiations. Bournemouth have been in contact with the Brazilian side for longer and are expected to step up discussions as the January window approaches.
The developments were picked up by Sport Witness, citing reporting from ESPN and Globo Esporte. Vasco are understood to be in a stronger financial position than when they sold Rayan to Bournemouth earlier this year, meaning they are under less pressure to accept a reduced fee. Gomez’s contract runs until January 2031.
Who is Everton target Andres Gomez?
Gomez joined Vasco on loan from Rennes in 2025 before completing a permanent move in January 2026. He has scored nine goals and provided 14 assists in 72 appearances for the Brazilian club. This season, he has registered five goals and two assists in 28 Brazilian league matches.
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Although capable of playing across the front line, Gomez has operated mainly on the left wing. He previously played for Real Salt Lake in Major League Soccer before joining Rennes in 2024.
Moyes could look to strengthen attack
Everton have made a promising start to the Premier League season under David Moyes, sitting sixth after their opening 10 matches. Thierno Barry has scored 10 goals in 13 appearances across all competitions, but the departure of Beto in the summer has left the club with limited recognised centre-forward options.
Gomez would provide a different option, primarily from wide areas, rather than a direct replacement for a traditional striker. For now, Everton’s interest remains at an early stage. With Bournemouth further advanced in discussions and Vasco seeking a substantial fee, there is no indication that a move to Merseyside is close… sadly
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Gary Gowers is a sports journalist and the editor of Read Everton, where he leads daily coverage of Everton news, transfers and analysis. He also writes about Manchester City for Read Man City and motorsport for Read Motorsport. A former accountant, he became a freelance writer in 2011 and has written for BBC Sport and Metro.
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