Everton are now expected to offer a new contract to a key player who David Moyes is counting on moving forwards, according to a recent report.
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It’s another point on the board at Brentford this week for the Toffees, who have now all but confirmed their Premier League status for another season. But while David Moyes won’t admit his side are safe, behind the scenes the club are putting plans in place in preparation for next season.
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It has now emerged that The Friedkin Group are confident that a deal is done to bring Angus Kinnear to Everton from Leeds United. It is claimed that while Kinnear remains well respected at Elland Road by the 49ers and chairman Paraag Marathe, there is real confidence from TFG that he will be at Goodison Park for the start of next season, as he is believed to be interested in a fresh start elsewhere.
That is great news for the Toffees, as they can potentially switch their focus to transfers now. Signing a new winger seems to be a top priority for Everton and Moyes, as they have been linked with a few players who play in that position.
It’s been reported that Marseille’s Luis Henrique is of interest to Everton and could replace Jack Harrison if he returns to Leeds. Meanwhile, Manor Solomon is also on Everton’s radar, as Tottenham are willing to sell the player for between £10-20 million after his impressive loan at Elland Road.
Everton to offer new contract to £130,000-p/w star
The Toffees are only working on transfers now, as according to Africa Foot relayed by Sport Witness, Everton are expected to offer a new contract to midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure, whose current deal expires in the summer.
The report states that Everton are keen to keep hold of the 32-year-old beyond this current campaign, and an extension is on the cards, with him expected to sign a new deal until the summer of 2027.
Doucoure, who was labelled a “shining light” by former manager Sean Dyche, has been at Goodison Park since September 2020. The midfielder has been a key player for the Toffees in every season, playing a minimum of 25 games in the Premier League. Since Moyes arrived back at Everton, Doucoure has continued to be a regular in the team, starting six of the eight league games they have played.
This update claims that Moyes is counting on the Mali international beyond this season, as he’s made a big impact since his return. Doucoure is Everton’s highest earner, on £130,000 a week at Goodison Park, but it is unlikely Everton are going to increase that weekly wage, given the financial issues that have arisen in recent years.
The Premier League side have a few players coming to the end of their contracts this summer, so it makes sense for Moyes to keep hold of certain individuals he feels still offer something to him and the team, even if it is in the short term.
