Everton could push for permanent move for Levi Colwill, will sell Yerry Mina to fund upgrade
Everton could push to sign Chelsea defender Levi Colwill on a permanent deal this summer, according to Ryan Taylor on Tuesday morning [14 June].
The Express journalist has reported that a loan move is more likely, with Thomas Tuchel set to cast an eye over the youngster in pre-season training before making a decision.
It is suggested that Frank Lampard wants another defender after James Tarkowski, and could even sell Yerry Mina in order to upgrade his backline at Goodison Park.
This will certainly not be an easy race to win, though.
Numerous Premier League sides are interested in a potential move, including the likes of Arsenal, Southampton, Leicester, Fulham and Brighton.
Everton are also interested in Conor Gallagher and Billy Gilmour, and loan rules state you can only have one player from a fellow Premier League side in your squad temporarily.
Priority.
It appears likely that Lampard is targeting his defence given his struggles in that area at times after arriving, especially in those torrid away games.
Mina was a big figure when available, but the only problem with that is he was very rarely at 100%, so moving him on for some cash to fund other moves would be smart.
If only loan moves are an option though, would Gallagher be the better choice to strengthen the midfield? That area is looking just as bad at this moment.
With Tarkowski already all-but-done, it may be good to have a look at that midfield area.
Who knows? Colwill may be made available for a permanent deal, something that could see both of those options at Goodison Park for the 2022-23 season.
This is certainly one to watch though as Lampard really starts to push forward with his summer transfer plans, with the gaffer set for his first full campaign in charge.
It is important we get this right.
In other Everton news, one Manchester City ace has already been touted for a major move to Goodison Park this summer
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