Everton are now seriously interested in signing an “incredible” new right-back who will be available on a free transfer this summer, according to a report.
Moyes looks to strengthen his squad this month
David Moyes took charge of Everton with the club in a precarious position in the Premier League table, but the timing of his appointment means he will be able to put his own stamp on the team by bringing in new players this this month.
Moyes’ first signing could soon be on the way, as the Toffees are close to completing a deal to sign Lyon winger Ernest Nuamah, with the 21-year-old just one step away from completing his transfer at Goodison Park.
Bringing in new attacking options could be a priority for the new boss, given he has already held talks with Dominic Calvert-Lewin over the striker’s lack of goals this season, adage: “We’re going to give him as much confidence as possible and as much training as possible, but there’s also a time when you need the players to stand up and do their part as well.
“I’ve only just arrived and hopefully I’ll make them work, but I told him I need to score him some goals straight away and he needs to start keeping his promises.”
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Addressing the lack of goals is perhaps more of a pressing matter for Moyes than strengthening the defense, but Everton are also keen to bring in a right-back, and reports from the Netherlands suggest they are. now targets Ajax’s Devyne Rensch.
The Toffees are said to be seriously interested in Rensch, who has made it clear he does not want to sign a new contract with the Eredivisie. The Merseyside club are hoping to secure a deal for free this summer, but there will be competition from elsewhere, with AS Roma seeing a €5m (£4.2m) bid rejected this month .
Ajax are asking for almost double that amount, indicating they would be willing to let their captain leave for around £8million this winter.
Rensch could be a quality addition for Everton
The 21-year-old was rented as “amazing” by football talent scout Jacek Kulig in the past, and he has been a key player for Ajax this season, making 13 appearances in the Eredivisie.
With an average WhoScored match rating of 7.08 In the league, the starlet is rated as his team’s best performing player, indicating he could be ready to take the next step in his career by joining the Premier League.
Seamus Coleman has been a fantastic servant for Everton, but the Irishman is now 36, meaning Moyes will need to bring in a long-term replacement. Rensch’s performances in the Eredivisie indicate he could fit the bill perfectly, and it’s an added bonus that he’s likely to be available for free this summer.
