Loan agreement finalized
Everton, a club steeped in tradition and history, is poised for a transformative upcoming season, bringing with it a wave of excitement. The team is set to leave behind the iconic Goodison Park and will host matches at the new Hill Dickinson Stadium located at Bramley-Moore Dock. This summer transfer window could be one of the most thrilling periods for the Toffees in recent times, as new owners FriedkinCo begin to showcase their financial capabilities. Previously, recruitment at Everton had faltered, but this summer indicates a clearer strategy aimed at reducing the squad’s average age and infusing young talent, while also acquiring proven players to enhance their competitiveness in the Premier League.
Having the experienced David Moyes at the helm may provide the much-needed stability during this transitional phase. Everton has already secured striker Thierno Barry from Villarreal for €30 million and converted Carlos Alcaraz’s loan into a permanent deal. The club has also signed Chelsea midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and is reportedly interested in Southampton’s talented teenager Tyler Dibling. However, the most significant addition appears to be Manchester City and England star Jack Grealish, with a loan deal agreed and a medical scheduled for this Monday evening. How will Everton shape their squad for the upcoming season in their new home?
Projected Everton Lineup for Next Season
Moyes typically constructs teams around stability, and he will be eager for this to continue next season. Assuming all players maintain fitness, he will likely retain his trusted defensive setup. England’s Jordan Pickford is expected to feature as the goalkeeper, with veteran James Tarkowski and promising talent Jarrad Branthwaite forming the center-back partnership. Vitaliy Mykolenko is poised to start as left-back, although young Adam Aznou, who was signed from Bayern Munich this summer, will provide backup. At right-back, Jake O’Brien is favored, while club captain Séamus Coleman will be available as an alternative.
With Dewsbury-Hall’s transfer completed, he could partner with experienced midfielder Idrissa Gueye in the center. This setup may allow for a dynamic trio of Grealish, Iliman Ndiaye, and Dibling to operate behind the forward. Up front, new recruit Barry will likely compete with Beto for the starting position following Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s departure this summer. After facing relegation battles in recent seasons, Everton fans may finally have a brighter future to look forward to.
