Under the new ownership of The Friedkin Group, who are aiming to make a strong impact this summer, Everton are reportedly preparing to initiate discussions for the signing of a Premier League-winning attacker.
Everton Announce Retained List
Following the conclusion of the Premier League season and the start of the summer transfer window, Everton has released its list of retained players. The club confirmed they intend to offer new contracts to veterans Seamus Coleman and Idrissa Gana Gueye, while talks are still progressing with the agents of Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Michael Keane regarding contract extensions.
In an official statement on their website, Everton announced their intentions: new contracts are being offered to Seamus Coleman and Idrissa Gana Gueye, and discussions are ongoing with Michael Keane and Dominic Calvert-Lewin, whose current deals expire in June. The club also confirmed the departures of Abdoulaye Doucoure, Ashley Young, Joao Virginia, Asmir Begovic, Mason Holgate, and Neal Maupay as their contracts end, along with loanees Jack Harrison, Jesper Lindstrøm, Orel Mangala, and Armando Broja returning to their respective clubs.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin`s situation is notably uncertain. His future at Everton has been a subject of speculation, fueled partly by reported interest from clubs like Manchester United. With only weeks left on his current contract, Everton is still working to secure the striker`s long-term commitment.
However, a potential departure for Calvert-Lewin could free up resources and space for new signings. This summer, under David Moyes, Everton might potentially bring in a Premier League winner. The Friedkin group is reportedly targeting an attacker who is looking for a fresh start and could revitalize their career at Everton.
Everton Ready to Open Talks to Sign Grealish
Reports indicate that Everton is now prepared to initiate discussions for signing Jack Grealish from Manchester City. This is described as a complex potential transfer, and while Everton would prefer a loan, even that is expected to be expensive.
Grealish`s substantial wages at Manchester City, reportedly £300,000 per week or £15.6 million annually, pose a significant challenge. A major question for Everton this summer is whether they are willing and able to match this salary, which would make him their highest-paid player by a considerable margin.
| Everton`s Wage Bill with Jack Grealish | Salary P/W |
|---|---|
| Jack Grealish | £300,000 |
| Jordan Pickford | £130,000 |
| Idrissa Gueye (*offered new deal) | £120,000 |
| Dominic Calvert-Lewin | £100,000 |
| James Tarkowski | £100,000 |
Given his salary is more than double that of Everton`s current top earner, Jordan Pickford, Grealish would need to return to his peak performance level to justify the cost for the club next season.
In his prime, the ex-Aston Villa player has received significant acclaim, including from Pep Guardiola, who described him as `aggressive` after a pre-season friendly against Barcelona. However, Guardiola subsequently reduced Grealish`s playing time.
