Everton want to sign Harry Winks on loan from Tottenham, await developments on Conor Gallagher
Everton manager Frank Lampard has put Tottenham midfielder Harry Winks on his list of transfer targets for this summer, according to The Telegraph [June 7].
The Toffees are keen to bolster their squad after narrowly avoiding relegation in the 2021/22 season, with Lampard identifying midfield as an area to strengthen after Donny Van de Beek returned to Manchester United following his loan.
After falling down the pecking order under Antonio Conte, Winks has been told he is free to leave the north London club and the Blues have entered the race to secure his signature.
Spurs value the former England international at £20m as he has two years remaining on his contract at the club, and with finances tight at Goodison Park that means Lampard could target a loan deal.
Lampard is also keen to see what happens with Conor Gallagher at Chelsea this summer, as he is high on his list of targets. Gallagher is expected to return to Stamford Bridge for pre-season under Thomas Tuchel, so Everton may have to wait until later in the window to make a move.
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Everton need depth in midfield, so the first bog-standard midfielder that becomes available at another club gets linked with a move. Typical.
With that said though, Winks could be a shrewd bit of business on a loan or at a lower price than the £20m quoted.
Defensively he is good positionally, and on the ball he is a very good passer although often is accused of playing it too safe. With some coaching, he could become a regular in midfield to keep games ticking over and dictate tempo.
Fabian Delph is expected to leave the club at the end of his contract later this month which would free up a spot in midfield, while Allan could also leave and return to Serie A.
The club need depth and Winks is a player who is Premier League proven and ideally not too expensive, so it would make sense to take a look at least.
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