Everton in pole position to complete new striker signing as they submit deadline-busting offer
Everton have submitted an offer to sign Chelsea forward Tyrique George in the final hours of the winter transfer window.
George has emerged as a target at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, with the England Under-21 international struggling for game time at Stamford Bridge.
The 19-year-old has shown a lot of potential at the London club, but it looks like his future may be elsewhere.
With David Moyes hoping to replace the injured Jack Grealish before the 2 February deadline, the Scottish manager may finally have his first signing of the winter window.
Everton want Tyrique George on loan with buy option in Chelsea offer
Everton have submitted a loan with a buy option to sign George from Chelsea, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The journalist revealed on 31 January that the Hill Dickinson Stadium hierarchy have sent in an official offer to complete a deadline-busting deal for the youngster, who can also play as a number nine.
It’s been claimed that the Toffees are leading the race for the Englishman, with several clubs in talks with the London club.
Sunderland have also been linked with George, but it looks like the Merseyside outfit are in pole position to get a deal over the line for him.
The young attacker is expected to leave Chelsea in the coming hours, and his situation will be one to keep an eye on, especially for fans in L4.
David Moyes to demand one more transfer from The Freidkin Group
The Friedkin Group have been reluctant to invest in Moyes’ squad in January, but it looks like the American owners are finally coming to their senses.
Everton seem to be on track to reinforce their attack before the transfer deadline, but they should also be looking to bolster their defence in the coming hours.
The Scottish manager undoubtedly needs more quality options at full-back, with Adam Aznou, Vitalii Mykolenko, Nathan Patterson and Seamus Coleman struggling this season in their own ways.
Fans in L4 have been waiting for the Merseyside outfit to make manoeuvres in the market, and it feels like they’re about to get their wish.
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