The transfer window is always a thrilling time for football fans, filled with excitement, speculation, and drama. And for Everton FC, this summer is shaping up to be no exception. With several key players departing, the Toffees are busy rebuilding their squad and making strategic signings to strengthen their team. But in a major coup, Everton has just secured the future of one of its most valuable players, Idrissa Gueye.
Gueye’s contract expired on June 30, but negotiations have been ongoing between the player and the club. According to reports, Gueye is set to sign a new one-year contract with the option to extend for a further year. This move will not only provide stability to the team but also free up funds that can be used to sign new players. David Moyes will be delighted to have Gueye back and available for selection, and the midfielder’s presence will undoubtedly add great value to the first-team squad.
Gueye’s statistics from last season are impressive, with 40 appearances and 3 assists in the Premier League. At 35, he may not be getting any younger, but he looked as fit as a fiddle last year, and his experience will be invaluable to the team. By retaining Gueye’s services, Everton has done well to avoid the hefty transfer fee that would have been required to replace him. The cost of signing a new international midfielder of his caliber would have been substantial, likely in the region of £25m-£30m or more.
With Gueye’s contract signing out of the way, Moyes and his recruitment team can now focus on signing new players to strengthen the squad. Many fans would agree that a striker to replace Calvert-Lewin would be a top priority. The Toffees have done well to tie existing players to new deals, and now it’s time to bring in some fresh talent to make a push for success.
