Everton ‘want Bayern Munich transfer’ for Aznou after major exit news
Everton have entered the race for Bayern Munich gem Adam Aznou.
The Friedkin Group are set to back David Moyes to revolutionise his squad ahead of the new campaign, and the Moroccan youngster would be a real coup.
The Toffees have added Carlos Alcaraz, Thierno Barry and Mark Travers so far, and there is a sense that business will pick up shortly.
Several experienced players left at the end of the season and will need to be replaced, such as Ashley Young, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Abdoulaye Doucoure.
Everton turn to Bayern ace to solve defensive woes
Everton are in the market for players in multiple positions as they look to improve on last season’s 13th-place finish.
The Athletic’s Patrick Boyland (22 July) claimed that Aznou has emerged as an option for the Blues this summer.
He states that Moyes’ side wants to strengthen in the left-back position ahead of the new season after losing Young.
The 19-year-old featured four times for Bayern last season, including an eight-minute cameo at the Club World Cup, and also spent time at Real Valladolid on loan.
Aznou capture would be a real coup for Everton
Vitaliy Mykolenko is expected to retain his place as the starting left-back under Moyes next season, but the Toffees need back-up in that position urgently.
The Ukrainian is currently the only recognised senior player in the position on the blue half of Merseyside since Young departed, so they need to find cover before the campaign begins.
| Stats (All competitions) | Aznou |
| Matches | 29 |
| Goals | 2 |
| Assists | 2 |
| Minutes played | 1,934 |
The Blues have been linked with Nicolas Tagliafico, who is a free agent after leaving Lyon upon the expiry of his contract, but there has not been any progress on a potential deal.
Aznou will struggle for game time with the Bavarian giants as he has Alphonso Davies ahead of him in the pecking order, so a move to the Hill Dickinson Stadium makes sense.
He can gain experience and learn from a quality player, so the deal suits both parties if a loan agreement is struck.
It is unlikely that the Bundesliga outfit will let one of their most promising assets leave on a permanent deal.
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