Everton news round-up: Transfer No.1 on the cards, Seamus Coleman update emerges
Everton have already started to make plans for the summer as they move out of Goodison Park and into Bramley-Moore Dock.
The decision to replace Sean Dyche with David Moyes has certainly paid off for The Friedkin Group.
With plenty being reported about the Toffees, Goodison News has rounded up the stories on 3 March.
Joao Virginia is expected to leave Everton with a number of clubs keen on signing him
Goalkeeper Joao Virginia could seal a permanent exit from Goodison Park this summer.
The 25-year-old’s contract is running out in June and Estadio Deportivo report that there are a number of clubs keen on signing him.
A move to Spain and joining a La Liga side is certainly on the cards for the Portuguese stopper.
| Stats | Joao Virginia |
| Matches played | 8 |
| Clean sheets | 5 |
| Goals conceded | 5 |
Seamus Coleman’s injury is worse than first expected
Toffees captain Seamus Coleman is currently ruled out with an injury and is not expected to return for another month.
The Republic of Ireland international injured his calf in training and it was thought to be a mild setback.
However, it’s something more serious which could potentially be a season ender for the 36-year-old.
Speaking exclusively to Goodison News, Dr Brar, a specialist in Physical Therapy and Sports Scientist, said about Coleman: “He had a calf injury in training but it sounded mild initially so would have expected him back within a few weeks.
“However, these injuries can be quite sensitive, so they have to be very methodical with the rehab and return to play.
“It turns out that it’s now worse than first expected and he’s unlikely to return before April.
“There are even fears he might not play again this season so that means an April return may also be dicey.“
Christian Norgaard transfer on the cards for Everton
Everton could seal a bargain transfer for Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard in the summer.
The Denmark international is out of contract at the G-Tech Community Stadium come June and the Toffees want to capitalise on that and look to sign him, with a move on the cards. [TBR Football]
However, the Bees hold the option of extending his contract for another year.
That said, they’re understood to be willing to enter talks with the Merseyside outfit over a potential transfer in the coming months.