Donny Van de Beek planning to join Everton permanently – report
Donny Van de Beek is planning to join Everton on a permanent transfer in the summer if he can help them stay in the Premier League, according to The Mirror.
The Dutch midfielder joined the Toffees on loan for the rest of the season on deadline day, becoming Frank Lampard’s first signing at Goodison Park.
He’s made a big impression on the club and fans since his debut, with a brilliant performance in the 3-0 win over Leeds last week. Now according to The Mirror, he is ready to make his move permanent this summer.
A report states that Van de Beek has no intention of returning to Manchester United in the summer and so long as the Toffees stay in the Premier League, he will look to secure a permanent move.
Man United are said to want to recoup around £20m for the midfielder they signed from Ajax for £40m just two summers ago for a deal to be allowed to happen.
Early doors
Obviously, it’s quite early doors for Van de Beek and Everton to be talking about a permanent transfer, considering he’s only started one game and featured in two.
But if he can keep up his performance level for the remainder of the season then he will be a big reason for them staying in the Premier League and a permanent deal will be at the front of everyone’s minds.
His passing, energy, determination and quality have left many wondering why on Earth Man United let him go in the first place.
A £20m asking price seems like a drop in the ocean for the quality of player he is, and Lampard will be keen to continue working with him after branding him ‘top level’ already.
If a deal is there to be done then Everton should make sure they are front and centre in the summer to bring him to Goodison Park and continue their progression under Lampard.
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