Everton transfer round-up: First signing imminent, Igamane chase heats up
Everton are looking to make some additions to their side in the final days of the transfer window.
David Moyes’ side are yet to sign a new player this month but have made a major change behind the scenes with Sean Dyche shown the door.
With a lot being reported surrounding potential incomings over the next few days, Goodison News has rounded up all the news from 27 January.
Everton target Kyle Walker-Peters subject to £5m transfer bid from Galatasaray
The Toffees have identified Southampton full-back Kyle Walker-Peters as someone who can strengthen their side in this transfer window.
While they remain interested, Turkish side Galatasaray have now tabled a £5million bid to sign the 27-year-old. [The Star, 27 January]
Galatasaray have started talks with the Saints as they’re keen on securing his services ahead of the competition.
Beto confronts David Moyes as he aims to seal Everton exit
Beto is keen on leaving Goodison Park in this transfer window and appears to have made that clear to Moyes.
He has agreed personal terms with Torino and had a confrontation with the manager, according to Tuttosport on 27 January.
It’s understood that the Toffees want £16.8million to part ways with the Guinea-Bissau international.
Everton scout Rangers striker Hamza Igamane in the win over Dundee United
The Toffees are showing no signs of slowing down in their pursuit to sign Rangers striker Hamza Igamane.
Tuttosport reported on 27 January that representatives from the club watched him play in the 3-1 win over Dundee United on Sunday.
The Moroccan, despite his recent goal-scoring form, failed to find the back of the net at Tannadice Park on 26 January.
The Friedkin Group are ready to seal the first signing for Everton
The Toffees are understood to be one step away from securing the services of Sparta Prague midfielder Angelo Preciado.
That’s according to Tuttosport who reported that the 26-year-old will be moving to Goodison Park for £5million, becoming the first signing of The Friedkin Group post the takeover.
Preciado is a right-sided midfielder who’s also capable of playing at right-back.
In other Everton news, an update has emerged on a £15m-rated midfielder moving to Goodison Park in this transfer window.
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