Everton FC is facing significant financial challenges, and as a result, the club’s recruitment team has been instructed to only pursue free transfers and loan signings this summer.
Additionally, any new signings will be contingent upon the sale of existing players, as the Toffees aim to balance their books and avoid further financial breaches.
One player who has been linked to Everton is Kalvin Phillips, the Manchester City midfielder who is expected to leave the Etihad Stadium once the transfer window opens.
Phillips has struggled to establish himself at City and had a disappointing loan spell at West Ham, where he was criticized by coaches for his poor attitude in training and behind the scenes.
While Phillips could be a suitable replacement for Everton’s Belgian midfielder, any potential deal is complicated by the club’s financial constraints and Manchester City’s demands.
Everton’s financial situation means that any incoming transfers will be dependent on who leaves the club, making it a challenging and uncertain transfer window for the Toffees.
Phillips’ future is also uncertain, having lost his place in the England squad due to his limited playing time and underwhelming performances at West Ham.
With Everton’s financial limitations and Manchester City’s expectations, a deal for Phillips appears to be a long way off, leaving both clubs and the player himself in a state of limbo.