Everton want KRC Genk attacker Zakaria El Ouahdi | SportsView
Everton want to sign KRC Genk attacker Zakaria El Ouahdi, according to Sky Switzerland journalist Sacha Tavolieri.
El Ouahdi wants to leave Belgium for the Premier League, but he prefers to join Crystal Palace.
Genk want €12 million for the 23-year-old, which Everton can comfortably afford to pay, but they are behind Palace in the race to sign him.
El Ouahdi wants a club pushing for Europe, and the fifth-place Eagles have been impressive this term.
The Toffees are ninth in the table after 16 games, two points off the last Champions League spot.
However, Everton have fought relegation in each of the last four seasons, and the Genk star is unconvinced about joining them.
They will have to look elsewhere for attacking additions during the winter transfer window.
Everton will need their players to step up, as they could do with more consistency heading into the second half of the campaign.
While El Ouahdi is primarily a right winger, he also plays at right-back, which is a position that manager David Moyes wants to improve his squad depth.
Signing such a versatile player with quality attacking and defensive attributes would have been huge for Everton, but he is not interested in joining them.
Moyes will hope to add some top players to his squad in the winter, as that could make all the difference in his dream to take his side into Europe next term.
Everton Fans Left Stunned as Reports Reveal Club’s Budget for January 2025/26 Transfer Window
Everton’s budget for the January 2025/26 transfer window has been revealed, leaving fans stunned.
According to reports, the club has a restricted budget of around £40 million, which might limit their ability to make significant signings. ¹
The news comes as a surprise, given Everton’s recent performances and manager David Moyes’ desire to strengthen the squad. The club has already made some signings, including Thierno Barry from Villarreal for €30 million and Carlos Alcaraz from Flamengo for €15 million.
However, with the financial constraints, Everton might have to focus on loan deals and smart signings rather than big-name transfers. The club is reportedly interested in signing several players, including Semih Kilicsoy from Besiktas, Joel Ordonez from Club Brugge, and Valentin Castellanos from Lazio.
Everton’s financial situation has been a topic of discussion, with the club facing scrutiny over their spending habits. The Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) have also been a concern, but recent reports suggest that the club has been given the green light to spend.
Despite the challenges, manager David Moyes remains optimistic about the club’s prospects. “We’re looking to strengthen the squad, and we’ll do what we can within the budget,” he said. “We have some good players, and we’re looking to add to that.”
As the January transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Everton to see how they will navigate the transfer market.
*Follow-up Questions:*
1. How will Everton’s restricted budget impact their chances of signing new players in the January transfer window?
2. Will David Moyes be able to strengthen the squad with loan signings and smart deals, or will the financial constraints hinder his plans?
