Everton make ruthless decision on “phenomenal” £90,000-a-week man’s future
Everton are believed to have made a final decision regarding the future of a “phenomenal” player in the summer transfer window, according to a new update.
Everton players who could leave this summer
While Blues supporters will want to see shiny new signings arrive at the club this summer, it is also important that they retain the services of their most important players. Abdoulaye Doucoure arguably falls into that bracket and David Moyes reportedly wants to make sure he signs a new deal.
One individual who could be on the move once the current campaign reaches its conclusion is Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who has struggled to impress since Moyes replaced Sean Dyche. He hasn’t started a game since the 3-2 win at home to Tottenham over a month ago.
When it comes to recent transfer rumours regarding Everton, Celtic winger Nicolas Kuhn has been linked with a move in the summer window. The 25-year-old has shone for the Hoops this season, scoring 10 goals and bagging six assists in the Scottish Premiership.
The Blues are also said to have made contact over the signing of versatile Sevilla winger Juanlu Sanchez, who has registered seven goal contributions (four goals and three assists) in 11 La Liga starts so far this season.
Everton will allow “phenomenal” ace to leave
According to Football Insider, Everton will not make Jack Harrison’s loan move a permanent one this summer, saying they are “expected to pull the plug” on any deal to snap him up for good. The winger has spent back-to-back seasons on loan at Goodison Park from Leeds United, but it looks like his time at the club will reach its conclusion at the end of the season.
The £90,000-a-week Harrison has been a solid servant for Everton, providing quality and work ethic from out wide, but he has never come close to fulfilling the talent the likes of Conor McGilligan saw at Leeds: “I think Jack has been superb since the season started, because you guys know on this channel, I’m always talking about Jack Harrison, I’m always saying I think he should be improving this, that and the other. I think he’s stepped up since Raphinha’s left, I think he’s been absolutely superb.
“Yesterday, I thought he was phenomenal. Best player on the pitch for Leeds United and I’ll give credit where credit’s due.”
For that reason, it arguably makes sense for Everton not to pursue a permanent move for Harrison, who turns 29 later this year and therefore may not be considered a long-term option. That said, if they decide to keep him, there would be merits to it, given his experience at a high level.
Instead, the Blues should be looking at a younger alternative when the summer arrive – someone who can provide a similar level on the right flank as Iliman Ndiaye does on the left.
