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Report: David Moyes target now set to join Aston Villa instead of Everton

Everton appear to have lost out in the race to sign Harry Wilson.

A number of Premier League sides are showing keen interest in Wilson ahead of the summer, as he is set to leave Fulham on a free.

David Moyes will be keen for Everton to pick up on opportunities to land a quality player on a free transfer, but the competition is high.

Would this put you off bringing Harry Wilson to Everton this summer? 😬

He's been quality this season too… 😫

Harry Wilson of Fulham applauds the fans after their sides victory during the Premier League match between Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur

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Although Everton have shown strong interest in Wilson, it seems as if he could be set for a move to Aston Villa.

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Aston Villa set to beat Everton in race for Harry Wilson

There was a recent suggestion that Wilson was leaning towards a North West return this summer, but there has been another twist in the tale.

In a report from Wales Online, it is claimed Wilson is ‘ready’ to join Aston Villa.

Everton fans, how do you feel about our European football prospects now with five games to go? 🤔

The defeat to Liverpool was a sickener, but we're still right in the mix! 🙏

Iliman Ndiaye of Everton reacts during the Premier League match between Everton and Liverpool.

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Unai Emery’s side are on track to qualify for the Champions League and could even cement their spot with Europa League triumph.

This is something that Everton could still secure for next season, but Villa’s prospects look more likely for the 2026/27 campaign.

Moyes remains keen to sign Wilson, but the free agent will have complete control over where he decides to move in the coming months.

Wilson is said to be desperate to play European football, with Villa currently looking like his safest option.

Everton can still secure European football, and could even do so with Villa’s help, but Emery’s side already look to have stolen a march in the race for Wilson’s signature.

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