[Everton have identified Tottenham Hotspur’s Djed Spence as an option to address their right-back issues ahead of the upcoming Premier League campaign](https://www.thetimes.com/sport/football/article/liverpool-hijack-newcastle-move-for-spain-winger-victor-munoz-w8zbj68g5).
Despite making 44 appearances across competitions last season due to his ability to play both full-back positions, Spence is facing an uncertain future at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with three years left on his current deal.
Everton had originally prioritised Strasbourg’s rising star Guela Doue. The defender—brother of Paris Saint-Germain forward Desire Doue—has drawn heavy admiration across Europe.
However, with the French side demanding a steep £40 million valuation for his signature, a deal for the 23-year-old has been deemed out of reach under the Toffees’ current financial framework.
With their primary target effectively priced out, Everton’s recruitment department has quickly pivoted to a select shortlist of realistic, cost-effective alternatives.
Alongside continuous monitoring of Atalanta’s Raoul Bellanova and West Ham United’s Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Spence has emerged as a highly practical market opportunity at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Spence currently finds himself firmly on the periphery of Roberto De Zerbi’s planning in North London. With Spurs actively working to clear squad space for new arrivals, they are understood to be highly receptive to sanctioning a summer exit.
Moyes has a renowned track record of revitalising underutilised domestic talent, and Spence’s explosive athleticism and defensive solidity make him an ideal fit for the Scotsman’s defensive setup.
Spence is currently on international duty with England at the 2026 World Cup and played 10 minutes in Wednesday’s thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia.
Alongside Everton, Juventus have also been linked with a move for the [‘swashbuckling’](https://www.theguardian.com/football/who-scored-blog/2025/feb/26/djed-spence-spurs-indispensable-antonio-conte-ange-postecoglou) 25-year-old.