Everton weren’t able to play the Merseyside derby against Liverpool due to Storm Darragh, but it appears as if they could beat them to a transfer off the field.
The January transfer window could play a key part in Everton‘s season, with relegation a distinct possibility as sides below continue to pick up points.
One thing that’s certain is that there are some funds available from the Friedkin Group, but the threat of PSR still lingers so it won’t be easy.
Sean Dyche is used to living off a small budget from his time at Burnley, only this time he’s at a club where the expectations are much higher.
That hasn’t stopped a report from stating that Everton are more likely than local rivals Liverpool to make a certain signing this month.
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Everton more likely to sign Lyon star Rayan Cherki than Liverpool
Rayan Cherki has made a name for himself over in France as a player who has incredible skill and a striker’s eye for goal, despite being a more creative midfielder.
The 21-year-old has five goals and seven assists in all competitions this season, with four of those assists coming in the Europa League alone.
The Guardian have taken a look at 10 players who could leave in January and where they could end up.
One of those players was Rayan Cherki, and the outlet claim that Liverpool have been linked in recent weeks but a move to club lower down the table is looks more likely.
Everton are stated as one of his suitors along with Crystal Palace and Fulham.
What a signing Rayan Cherki would be for Everton
Rayan Cherki has the potential to be able to transform Everton’s current struggles in the final third, as he brings two things the club have been missing – goals and assists.
The fact he’s being linked with league leaders Liverpool shows the type of quality he possesses, there are just concerns over whether he would get into their side.
Sean Dyche’s experiment of using Abdoulaye Doucoure as an attacking midfielder could finally end.
Everton have already done business with Lyon to sign Orel Mangala on loan and their current financial situation could allow for a cheap deal.
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