Jordan Pickford close to signing new Everton deal, finer details now being discussed
Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is close to signing a new deal at the club, and finer details are now being sorted, according to Liverpool Echo.
The 28-year-old has a contract at the club until 2024, and talks have been taking place for months with the England first-choice goalkeeper.
Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are two clubs who hold an interest in his services, but Pickford signing a new deal will be a significant boost for the club and manager Sean Dyche.
Big boost
Pickford has been one of the most consistent performers for the club in the past two years or so.
He played a massive role last season as Everton fought for their top-flight survival. In the process, he has emerged as a leader and talisman figure at the club.
After his fantastic performance against Chelsea and Leicester City, Pickford produced a heroic display against Burnley in March.
He was equally brilliant for England during the World Cup in Qatar, and it became very clear that the club need to tie him down on a long-term deal.
The departure of Frank Lampard slowed down the contract talks process, but the new deal is now very close. It will come as a massive boost for Dyche who will be looking to rebuild next summer.
The new deal is also essential for the club even if they go down. In the summer, if potential suitors try to lure Pickford away, they will have to pay a high transfer fee, but that’s an extreme case scenario.