1 week Ago By Matt Smith
Everton are 'big admirers' of Sunderland midfielder Dan Neil ahead of the summer transfer window, according to journalist Darren Witcoop, writing in the Sunday Mirror. It's set to be a busy window for the Toffees as they prepare to enter a new era under The Friedkin Group. Everton have been forced to limit their spending significantly in recent years due to profit and sustainability regulations, which led to a points deduction a couple of seasons ago.
In David Moyes' first spell at Goodison Park, Everton had plenty of success targeting Championship players looking to make the step up to the Premier League. It looks as though they could repeat that trick as they prepare for life at their new stadium on Bramley Moore Dock. Everton 'Big Admirers' of Dan Neil Journalist Witcoop, reporting in the Sunday Mirror ( via Goodison News ), has claimed that Everton are 'big admirers' of Sunderland midfielder Neil ahead of the summer transfer window.
The young midfielder, described as 'phenomenal' , has enjoyed an impressive season with the Championship side. Dan Neil - Sunderland Stats 2024/2025 Stats Output Squad rank Appearances 43 3rd Assists 3 =4th Key Passes Per Game 0.7 =10th Tackles Per Game 1.
9 4th Interceptions Per Game 1.1 =2nd Match rating 6.78 9th Moyes could be looking to repeat a trick we saw during his first spell, where he liked to target Championship talent.
A prime example being Tim Cahill, who joined the club from Millwall and flourished into one of the best players of the Moyes era. There is plenty of talent in the second tier waiting for an opportunity in the Premier League. The hit rate isn't 100%, and it's a risky market to shop in, but it's a chance to find some gems at reasonable prices.
With Idrissa Gueye and Abdoulaye Doucoure currently out of contract in the summer, it's no surprise to see a player like Neil targeted. The Toffees could lose the midfield duo if they are unable to agree new terms, so additions in the middle of the park will be necessary. Everton are set for a busy summer transfer window and that could see one of Europe's finest young defenders join the club Statistics courtesy of WhoScored .
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