**Everton are considering a move for World Cup star Folarin Balogun.**
Balogun hit the headlines during this summer’s tournament after his red card in the United States’ last-32 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina was overturned.
FIFA took the controversial step of putting his automatic one-match ban on hold, allowing the Monaco striker to still feature in the Round of 16 against Belgium.
A potential return to England, where he enjoyed spells with both Arsenal and Middlesbrough, is on the agenda as David Moyes’ side pursue attacking options.
Balogun scored 19 goals in 41 appearances for the Ligue 1 outfit last season and averages one in three games since joining at the start of the 2023/24 campaign.
The Blues have identified him as a viable incoming before Tuesday’s transfer deadline while they continue to work on deals for Richarlison and Jack Grealish.
Richarlison is set to return to Merseyside after a four-year absence with Tottenham [set to offload him for around £35 million while also signing Iliman Ndiaye](https://www.clickliverpool.com/sport/everton-fc/67710-everton-to-offset-ndiaye-exit-with-cult-hero-returns/) separately.
Talks are also continuing over a deal to land Grealish from Manchester City after his impressive season-long loan spell which was curbed by a foot injury in late January.
Hill Dickinson Stadium chiefs remain hopeful of also solving the club’s ongoing right-back issue with a move for Kenny Tete at Fulham back on the agenda.