Maxime Esteve
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Carla Devine
Fri 30 May 2025 10:10, UK
David Moyes guided Everton to Premier League safety with ease, and he is keen to build upon that next season.
With the Friedkin Group overseeing their first proper transfer window on Meresyside, there is expected to be increased investment in the squad.
The Toffees have already announced the departure of four players this summer, with Ashley Young, Asmir Begovic, Joao Virginia and Abdoulaye Doucoure leaving upon the expiry of their contracts.
David Moyes
Moyes has plenty of work to do this summer. (Credit: Imago)
Everton to recruit Maxime Esteve
Jordan Pickford may be 31-years-old, but he is continuing to perform to a high level for Everton, so the England number one is expected to retain his position in the side next term.
Defensively, the Toffees could see several changes. Jarrad Branthwaite is being linked with a move away once more, with Chelsea said to be keen.
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Although Vitaliy Mykolenko could retain his position in the side, Nathan Patterson and Jake O’Brien may not have done enough to convince Moyes of their spot.
Georgios Vagiannidis has already been approached by Everton, who are preparing a bid after watching him play for Greek side Panathinaikos.
Everton are also reported to have already made a bid for Jerome Opoku this summer, with a move to Merseyside just a matter of time, as James Tarkowski recovers from serious injury.
Moyes is personally a fan of Burnley defender Maxime Esteve, and while Scott Parker’s side may be reluctant to part ways, the Blues have been backed to secure the signing for the correct fee.
Everton turn to Nick Woltemade after Liam Delap disappointment
James Garner could be joined by Dan Neil in midfield.
The Blues are said to be admirers of the Sunderland captain and, despite his side’s promotion to the Premier League, will be looking to convince the 23-year-old to change his colours.
Dwight McNeil could line up alongside Carlos Alcaraz and Iliman Ndiaye, who has been the standout man for the Toffees this term.
Although Alcaraz’s future was uncertain, the Toffees have agreed on personal terms to make the loanee’s move permanent.
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Alcaraz has earned himself a permanent move.
Liam Delap had previously been on Everton’s radar ahead of the summer, but despite the guarantee of regular minutes, the striker has identified Chelsea as his chosen destination.
Moyes certainly needs attacking reinforcements, though, and therefore Nick Woltemade could be the solution.
The forward has scored 17 goals for VFB Stuttgart this term, and the Toffees could be prepared to make a bid after it was revealed he would be a low earner.
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