Kevin Campbell praises ‘good goalkeeper’ Romero amid Everton links
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Kevin Campbell believes that Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romero could be a good signing for Everton this summer.
The Argentina international was a target for the Toffees last summer, however the club ended up signing Robin Olsen instead after United blocked an exit for their fourth-choice ‘keeper.
Last month it was reported by Mail Online that Romero still hoped to make a switch to Goodison Park, with the 34-year old set to leave Old Trafford following the expiry of his contract.
Speaking exclusively to Goodison News, Campbell praised the former Sampdoria shot-stopper while suggesting that Carlo Ancelotti has some decisions to make this summer.
Campbell said: “I just think that Carlo Ancelotti has got a few decisions to make and I’m not sure what he’s thinking, but Romero is a good goalkeeper.
“Whether it’s right to bring him in now, I don’t know, only the manager and his team could tell you that, but he is definitely a good goalkeeper.”
Once described by United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as “brilliant” and a “top professional”, Romero could be everything Everton need to bolster their shot-stopping options.
Robin Olsen’s future remains up in the air after his personal ordeal in March, and if he doesn’t sign for the Blues on a permanent basis then Ancelotti will need to source a replacement.
Romero is a competent professional and a solid Premier League goalkeeper who can both challenge and support Jordan Pickford, and on a free transfer the club couldn’t hope to land someone better.
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