Everton explore Youssef En-Nesyri transfer as ‘concrete’ talks opened
Youssef En-Nesyri is the latest striker to be linked with a move to Everton.
David Moyes has been unable to rely on Beto or Thierno Barry this season, with both attackers struggling in front of goal.
Beto has been linked with a move away from Everton after scoring just three goals in all competitions, and Barry has the same amount.
The Hill Dickinson Stadium side are looking for value in a tough winter market, but it is abundantly clear that they need a new forward, and Fenerbache forward En-Nesyri fits the bill.
Everton want Youssef En-Nesyri as talks started
Everton are desperate for attacking recruits, and they could have one through the door in the near future.
German journalist Florian Plettenberg claimed on 13 January that the Blues are exploring a deal for En-Nesyri and “concrete” talks have already started.
He stated that the Turkish club are open to talks with either a loan or a permanent move on the cards, for the striker who is contracted until 2029.
What would En-Nesyri bring to Everton?
En-Nesyri is a Moroccan international, with 90 caps to his name, so he would bring a lot of experience to Merseyside.
He is most known for his spell with Sevilla, where he notched 73 goals in 196 appearances, and won the Europa League twice.
He is a tall, powerful striker, who boasts exceptional aerial ability, solid finishing skills, and would be an upgrade on Beto and Barry.
If the 28-year-old is available, then the move makes a lot of sense for the Toffees, as he is a seasoned operator at the top-level in European football.
He has notched eight goals in 25 appearances so far this season, with seven coming in the Turkish Super League.
He would likely come in and have an immediate impact, which is exactly what Moyes needs right now, if the Blues are to achieve their ambitions of qualifying for Europe.
The fee and the wage demands which it would take to make a deal happen are unknown at the moment, so it remains to be seen if the Friedkin Group are willing sanction a transfer.
The winter window can be difficult, but if they can strike a deal for En-Nesyri, it would be a very clever move and surely put the Blues in a better position than they are in right now.
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