Everton on brink of Thierno Barry transfer announcement after Moyes demands
Everton could soon announce Villarreal striker Thierno Barry as their first official signing this transfer window.
The Toffees are in desperate need of attacking reinforcements after David Moyes lost Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who has left as his contract expired.
Barry’s move to Bramley-Moore Dock seems close, with the Blues progressing well in their talks with the La Liga outfit for the centre-forward.
The French youngster’s arrival at the Hill Dickinson Stadium now looks set, with an announcement imminent.
Barry official transfer announcement likely next week as Moyes wants several attacking reinforcements
Barry’s transfer to the Toffees could likely be announced next week if things go to plan, according to The i Paper.
The news outlet reports (2 July) that Everton are close to completing a deal worth around £32million with add-ons for the 22-year-old who will sign a five-year contract after exhaustive talks with Villarreal.
| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| La Liga | 35 | 11 | 4 |
It’s been claimed that Moyes wants several attacking reinforcements this summer as he looks to add pace and power to his front line.
The Merseyside outfit will certainly be getting a player in the French striker who possesses speed and is a willing worker.
Nick Hammond to sign more forwards for Moyes at Hill Dickinson Stadium
Moyes has lost a lot of depth in his attack, with Armando Broja returning to Chelsea after his loan spell at Goodison Park came to an end.
While Calvert-Lewin will be missed by supporters, the Englishman’s consistent fitness issues made him unreliable.
Beto was the first-choice striker for the Scottish manager after replacing Sean Dyche, but it remains to be seen whether the Guinea-Bissau star can keep his place in the team.
Youssef Chermiti has been linked with a move to Stoke City recently, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him leave Everton in the coming weeks after failing to get enough game time.
The Toffees arguably need more than one new number nine in the ongoing transfer window, and Nick Hammond has a significant task on his hands.
Barry has shown immense potential in Spain, but it will undoubtedly take him some time to adjust to the rigours of the Premier League.
It feels like the Villarreal striker may be the Blues’ first summer signing, and fans will be eager to see who else arrives at the Hill Dickinson Stadium ahead of next season.
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