Why Everton have made Rico Lewis transfer priority as Man City stance emerges

A right-back signing still eludes Everton this summer, but Rico Lewis could be the solution.

The Manchester City fullback has found himself on the periphary of the squad over the last season.

After originally breaking through in 2022 at the Etihad, it had looked like he would be a Man City player for quite some time.

But now after four years of being in the first team, that could be set to change.

Everton could be ready to lay all their cards out on the table to make sure that Lewis makes the move to Merseyside.

Additionally, it has been learned how both Lewis and Manchester City feel about a possible exit this summer.

How does Rico Lewis feel about leaving Man City amid Everton interest?

Everton have been linked with many right-backs already, and the Toffees seemingly didn't want to rush into any transfer.

It is a position that has often been an issue for David Moyes, but it seems that they have landed on their solution.

According to journalist Christian Vaquero, who has 29,600 followers on X, Everton are going "all out" for Lewis.

Lewis, who has earned five caps for England, is open to leaving this summer, while the Citizens are also said to be "willing" to negotiate his exit.

Previously, Goodison News had reported on Everton's interest in Lewis, but now the feeling of the player and the selling club have been shared.

And it seems Lewis is the priority for the Merseyside club, likely arising from openness to a sale.

Lewis is a versatile option for the L3 outfit, but you would assume that right back is the position he would most frequently occupy.

Why Everton could face lengthy talks for Rico Lewis

Although Man City are open to a sale for their academy graduate, he does hold a contract until 2030, so the Citizens are in a strong position.

They will not want to lose the 22-year-old for cheap, and Everton have shown they are willing to hold lengthy discussions to get a transfer completed.

Talks with Middlesbrough took quite some time before the Toffees were able to hash out a deal for Hayden Hackey on terms that both parties were happy with.

But, the fact that both Lewis and City are open to him leaving Manchester, that is a significant positive for the Blues.

Now, it may be a waiting game as we look to learn more about Everton's push for a right-back.