There may be a lot of Everton fans who are wondering why The Friedkin Group have not opened their wallets this month in the transfer window.
Only a matter of hours now remain for Everton to pull a new signing out of the bag before the deadline on Monday.
Speaking to the media on Friday, David Moyes admitted signings are now less likely as the clock ticks down.
The Friedkins supported Everton over the summer by bringing in nine new faces to bolster the squad.
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The clock is ticking… ⏰
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Despite suffering from numerous injuries this season, the Blues have seemingly sat still in the market.
Everton’s owners have been busy elsewhere with AS Roma and it seems as if they are eyeing one Everton youngster to join their other club, AS Cannes.
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The Friedkins set to send Everton youngster to AS Cannes
Despite the lack of business, Moyes admitted the Friedkins handed Everton their backing this month in the winter market.
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Departures have not been ruled out on Merseyside in these final hours, though.
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Late business is not being ruled out by Moyes 🤔
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According to journalist Joe Thomas, Everton youngster George Morgan could now be set to leave the club on loan for the remainder of the season.
He claims AS Cannes, who are owned by the Friedkins, are a likely destination for the 19-year-old.
Everton are already locked in talks with Cannes over the potential move to play in the fourth tier of French football.
There is a lot of talk surrounding Everton’s academy, with Braiden Graham really impressing Everton’s coaches.
However, the club are seemingly keen to send some of their talents away to gain some experience playing men’s football.
More departures could unfold at Everton before Monday
An interesting few days lie ahead for Everton in the market, with the door not closed on incomings or outgoings.
Beto has received interest from clubs across Europe, with Everton still in search of another striker addition.
The 28-year-old is not the only player who could be packing his bags ahead of Monday’s deadline, though.
It has been claimed that Everton have offered Nathan Patterson in a swap deal with Bologna for Emil Holm this month.
Everton’s search for another right-back is expected to go right into the final hours.
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