David Moyes said he is hopeful Everton will strengthen their squad, amid interest in Tyrique George of Chelsea, and also sent a warning over Harrison Armstrong
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 31: David Moyes, Manager of Everton, applauds the fans following the team's draw in the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Everton at Amex Stadium on January 31, 2026 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)
David Moyes applauds the Everton fans following the dramatic 1-1 draw at Brighton & Hove Albion(Image: Steve Bardens/Getty Images)
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David Moyes is hopeful Everton will strengthen the squad before the transfer deadline on Monday evening. The Blues boss was asked whether there could be any incomings in the final days of the window after the dramatic 1-1 draw at Brighton & Hove Albion.
Moyes replied: “Yes, I do.” He would not elaborate and stressed there was a chance no business would be done.
But his immediate reaction was a positive one and his words came with Everton exploring a potential deal for Chelsea teenager Tyrique George.
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While reports that the signing of the attacking starlet is close are said to be premature, the Blues do have an interest in the player, who can operate on the left wing and as a striker.
Such a move would be a welcome boost for an Everton side still reeling from the loss of Jack Grealish to injury.
His absence was keenly felt again at Brighton on Saturday as the Blues struggled for attacking impetus in the first half. They did improve in the second, however, and snatched a point with a stoppage-time equaliser from Beto.
After the game, Moyes appeared more confident he would see his squad strengthened then when speaking at his pre-Brighton press conference 24 hours earlier.
He also warned that his selection of Harrison Armstrong, who started a fifth consecutive game, should not be seen as an indication he had decided not to send the teenager back to Preston North End, where he spent the first half of the campaign.
On the 19-year-old’s progress the manager did accept: “The biggest thing I could say is I don't think he looks out of place. I think he's shown that his future will be in the Premier League.”
Another player who could be allowed to leave on loan is teenage left back Adam Aznou, who did not make the squad despite an injury to Vitalii Mykolenko.
As reported by the ECHO earlier today, Moyes is open to potentially allowing him to earn first team minutes elsewhere for the second half of the season.
Academy striker George Morgan, 19, has now signed for French side AS Cannes, who like Everton are owned by The Friedkin Group, on loan for the rest of the campaign.