Alex Iwobi permanent exit ‘Looks Likely’ as Everton in advanced talks with Fulham
Alex Iwobi “looks likely” to leave Everton for Fulham before Friday’s transfer deadline with the clubs in advanced talks, according to Ryan Taylor.
Writing on his personal Twitter account (29 August), the journalist reports that talks are ongoing between the Toffees and the Cottagers for the permanent transfer of the Nigeria international as he is in the final 12 months of his contract.
And now a deal is said to be likely although there is interest from elsewhere, but it’s Fulham that are in advanced talks and lead the way.
“Fulham in talks to sign Alex Iwobi on a permanent deal from Everton,” he wrote.
“Toffees have failed to reach agreement with 27-year-old over new contract and current deal expires in summer of 2024.
“Move looks likely but there is interest from another Premier League side.”
Cashing in
Iwobi is a key member of this squad and a hugely popular figure in the dressing room and among the fans in the crowd.
But he certainly isn’t irreplaceable and if he isn’t willing to put pen to paper on a new contract, then the club are doing the right thing when it comes to listening to offers.
No fee has been mentioned yet but there are only a few days remaining in the window and you would expect that Everton would get a fair chunk of change from their Premier League rivals for one of their key players.
That money could be used towards signing a direct replacement or strengthening the squad elsewhere before Friday night’s deadline.
Either way if we get an offer that matches our valuation it could be best for all parties to go their separate ways if Iwobi isn’t willing to commit long-term to us considering the financial situation we find ourselves in.
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