Everton stance on Dominic Calvert-Lewin revealed amid AC Milan transfer twist
AC Milan have joined the race to sign soon to be out of contract forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin from Everton, TEAMtalk reports.
According to the news outlet’s website [25 November], sources claim that the Blues are doing everything possible to convince the England international to renew on fresh terms at Goodison Park.
However, AC Milan are long-term admirers of Calvert-Lewin and have re-entered the frame for his signature after a move during the summer failed to materialise [Daily Mail] but will face competition from Newcastle United.
Everton are fighting a losing battle to retain Dominic Calvert-Lewin
The 27-year-old will have plenty of options when he is available to discuss a Bosman transfer in January – it may be time for Everton to accept this will be his final year on Merseyside.
Goodison News exclusively revealed in October that the Blues were in discussions with Calvert-Lewin regarding a new deal, and while TEAMtalk reaffirms the stance, the talks have yet to yield a positive breakthrough.
Therefore, interested parties are circling as the January transfer window approaches, Newcastle and Aston Villa may be prepared to move for the forward [AsRomaLive], but under the Bosman rules, only sides outside of England will be able to negotiate a free transfer.
And now, with Roma seeking alternative options in their search for a centre-forward [TEAMtalk], AC Milan will have a free run at convincing Calvert-Lewin to leave behind the Premier League for Serie A football.
Fiorentina has been touted as another potential landing spot in Italy in a reunion with former Everton teammate Moise Kean.
However, this is, in all likelihood, the less desirable destination among the sides with reported interest.
All roads lead to a heartfelt farewell on Merseyside; despite Calvert-Lewin’s struggles this season, his years of service for the Blues will not go unwarranted when his inevitable departure is confirmed.
In other Everton news, Kevin Thelwell will be forced to change his transfer plan at the Toffees after the latest exit news.
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