Everton are preparing for life without Neal Maupay with Atletico-MG striker Alisson seemingly viewed as his replacement.
The French striker spent last season on loan at Brentford and did little to justify he deserves a spot in Sean Dyche’s plans.
With Kevin Thelwell calling the shots and the direction of recruitment tending to be towards younger and underrated players, signing Alisson makes a lot of sense.
The Toffees have even made an opening move and according to O Tempo journalist Pedro Faria, the best offer made for the 18-year-old striker has come from the Merseyside club who have even made an opening move and according to O Tempo journalist Pedro Faria, the best offer made for the 18-year-old striker has come from them.
Maupay is a target for Marseille and makes their three-man shortlist [L’Equipe] so it does make sense to cash in on him before the window closes.
The Frenchman’s contract situation, with only one year remaining, means Everton risk losing him for free if he isn’t sold now, which would be financially detrimental.
His lack of integration into Dyche’s tactical setup, as evidenced by his loan spell at Brentford, suggests he doesn’t fit the club’s future plans under the current management.
Moreover, retaining Maupay could block opportunities for new talents like Youssef Chermiti or hinder squad development.
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His sale could provide crucial funds for the Toffees to invest in players who better align with their long-term vision, enhancing both squad depth and competitiveness.
In other Everton news, an update has emerged over an offer being made to secure the services of a midfielder at a Champions League club.