Michael Keane has admitted he expects Everton to go out and sign some exciting players if they qualify for Europe.
Everton have seven games to secure their spot in one of the three European competitions for next season.
It has been a really impressive campaign under David Moyes, who could be set to achieve something really special.
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The Friedkin Group are ready to back Everton in the summer and there is a clear feeling inside the squad that European qualification would require some big additions.
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Michael Keane expects big summer if Everton qualify for Europe
Ironically, Keane has admitted he wants to stay at Everton for next season as his own future comes under speculation.
Speaking on The Blue Room podcast, Keane has shared which European competition he would ideally like to be playing next season.
“Probably, being realistic, probably Europa [League],” said Keane.
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“I think we’d definitely be good enough, and especially if we’ve got Europe this summer, they’ll bring more quality players in. We could definitely give that a good go, yeah.”
Securing Europe for next season could be a game-changer for the Toffees.
Last summer, Lyon winger Malick Fofana rejected Everton’s interest as he wanted to sign for a club who could offer him European football.
With this in mind, playing Europa League football could open new doors for Everton in the transfer window.
Everton will need to bolster the quality of their squad if they are to be competing across four competitions next season.
European qualification could unlock greater spending power for Everton, which would also help them to flex their muscles in this summer’s transfer window.
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