Everton are going to be able to properly spend for the first time in years this summer.
A fresh start is being promised to the Everton fans under the ownership of the Friedkins who are ready to put their hands in their pockets.
David Moyes expects Everton to spend in the market after his meetings with the new owners over recent months.
This will come as welcome news to all around the club as plenty of work needs to be done to this Everton squad ahead of next season.
It is believed Everton are looking to sign a new centre-back to really bolster their options.
And it seems they could potentially persuade one of their top targets to Merseyside by offering him a long-term deal.
Everton could tempt John Stones with long-term deal
Going into the market, Everton are showing an interest in John Stones as a potential blockbuster signing for the summer.
Moyes will be all too familiar with Stones who – since leaving Everton – has gone on to win just about everything there is with Manchester City.
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According to GiveMeSport, Stones could be tempted back to Everton this summer if the Toffees were to offer a long-term deal.
There will be natural caution from the Friedkins over re-signing Stones who has suffered hugely from injuries over recent years.
The 30-year-old would be able to offer a huge amount of experience to this Everton side as the new owners look for major progress.
Everton News understands the Friedkins want to make a statement signing ahead of their move to Bramley-Moore Dock.
Whether Stones is the right man or not is another question, but a return does seem to be a possibility.
John Stones’ injury record should worry Everton
With money to spend, it is still important that the Toffees spend wisely this summer.
The Friedkins are ready to back Moyes in the market, but it will only work if Everton’s new recruitment set-up works in unison.
There have to be some major concerns about the possibility of Stones who would command a huge salary.
Injury 2024/25 Days missed Games missed
Hamstring 94 (and counting) 17 (and counting)
Foot 30 6
Foot 22 6
Unknown 18 4
Although he could certainly provide Everton with a lot off the pitch, there may be questions about whether he could consistently offer himself on the pitch.
Jordan Pickford would love to see Stones sign for Everton, but it is a deal that would have to make financial sense for the Blues.