The January transfer window shuts in just 12 days, so it’s set to be a hectic period for Everton.
Everton are in the market for a striker, with some reports suggesting that David Moyes is ‘fixated’ on recruiting a new number nine.
Whilst Thierno Barry has improved, there is still a pressing need to bring in a more prolific and consistent finisher.
The Toffees submitted an offer for Youssef En-Nesyri, but the Fenerbahce star isn’t keen on a move to England due.
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Crystal Palace open talks to sign Everton target Jorgen Strand Larsen
Wolves’ Jorgen Strand Larsen is on Moyes’ three-man shortlist this month, with Ivan Toney and Artem Dovbyk believed to be the other two.
The Scotsman has made Strand Larsen a top target, but according to TEAMtalk, Crystal Palace are now looking to sign him.
The report claims that Palace have opened talks with Wolves after it emerged that Jean-Philippe Mateta wants to leave.
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That could force Everton into action, although Strand Larsen is valued at around £40m, so that could be a stumbling block.
The Toffees’ interest in the Norway international is described as ‘cautious’ at this stage, due to the substantial finances attached to the transfer.
Jorgen Strand Larsen would be a big risk
Anyone who pays £40m for Strand Larsen this month is taking a very big gamble as he’s totally out of form.
The 25-year-old has netted just one Premier League goal in 20 appearances this season, albeit in a really poor side.
That will certainly have damaged his confidence, and that’s not what Everton need during this period, so perhaps it’s best to avoid the deal.
Barry is showing signs of great improvement, and a winger is more of a priority now after the Jack Grealish injury news.
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