Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure and David Moyes
(Credit: Imago)
Aheed Abrar
Wed 28 May 2025 12:10, UK
Abdoulaye Doucoure will leave Everton soon as a free agent, and a blockbuster transfer has already been lined up.
The Mali international played his final game for the Toffees against Newcastle United in the 1-0 win at St James’ Park on 25 May.
Doucoure’s contract at Goodison Park expires at the end of June, and the midfielder will leave the Blues after five years.
The 32-year-old is now looking for a lucrative move in what could potentially be his final big contract, and he already has an offer on his table.
Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure
David Moyes will lose Doucoure soon. (Credit: Imago)
Al-Ettifaq offer £4m to Doucoure after Everton exit
Al-Ettifaq have tabled an offer for Doucoure to join on a free transfer after leaving the Toffees, according to Africafoot.
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The news outlet reports (27 May) that the Saudi Pro League outfit are willing to pay the 32-year-old an annual salary of over £4million, but he wants £8m.
Competition Appearances Goals Assists
Premier League 33 3 2
Doucoure’s Premier League record this season.
It’s been claimed that the Dammam outfit are prepared to do anything to sign the Mali star, and talks are at an advanced stage.
The midfielder is in demand, with several teams interested, and it remains to be seen where his future lies.
Everton manager David Moyes
David Moyes must demand reinforcements at Everton. (Credit: Imago)
David Moyes to demand midfield signing after Doucoure exit
The Toffees are in discussion with Flamengo for Carlos Alcaraz, as they look to find an agreement to make the Argentine national’s loan move permanent.
David Moyes could lose Idrissa Gueye soon, with Paris FC looking to complete a controversial move for the soon-to-be free agent.
The Blues could potentially have significant transfers to make next summer to strengthen their engine room.
Everton have relied on James Garner this season, and it’s encouraging to see the ex-Manchester United ace get over his consistent fitness issues.
Tim Iroegbunam didn’t play many minutes for the Toffees in the current campaign due to injuries, and he’ll surely have a more prominent role in the coming months.
The Merseyside outfit’s fans will hope The Friedkin Group (TFG) secure a deal for Alcaraz and then sign a few quality midfielders in the upcoming transfer window.
Doucoure’s exit is a big blow for the Blues, and they’ll undoubtedly need to invest heavily in their squad to climb further up the Premier League table.
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