Everton now working on a cut-price deal for ‘world class’ midfielder after Thierno Barry

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Everton are bound to confirm the signing of Thierno Barry very soon as the domino effect can now begin.

This domino effect being the introduction of many new arrivals at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

It’s been a slow start for the Toffees but The Friedkin Group appear to finally be starting to get to work.

They are even looking for some loopholes with some transfers, as Everton can benefit from PSR with Wesley’s signing.

The smart moves are set to continue as well, as a midfielder could join Everton in a cut-price deal.

Everton can land Wilfried Ndidi in a cut-price deal

David Moyes will be looking to add more Premier League experience to what is now a very thin squad.

But with another midfielder set to come through the door, an exit for one can be opened.

Harrison Armstrong could go on loan with a midfielder bound to join the club, and there is now more likelihood that a deal for Wilfried Ndidi gets across the line.

It’s said that Everton are exploring Ndidi’s £9m release clause after Leicester City’s relegation, as the Nigerian is a well-known midfielder in the top flight.

The deal has brought excitement out of Everton fans and things might be about to get a whole lot better after what GIVEMESPORT have reported.

Moyes will face interest for Ndidi, but it’s claimed that suitors of the 28-year-old are now working on a deal to sign Ndidi for a fee closer to £5m, despite his release clause being at £9m.

It’s confirmed that the reason for clubs aiming to lower the fee is due to Ndidi’s high wages, making the overall deal quite expensive.

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Ndidi and one Everton player could make the perfect pivot

Ndidi has been a solid Premier League player for years and a player of his ability can’t spend another season in the Championship.

Everton will lack the physical presence of Abdoulaye Doucoure next season, so it’s good they are adding someone of Ndidi’s stature.

But the more promising revelation out of this signing is how the Nigerian will complement Idrissa Gana Gueye.

This pivot looks perfect for what Moyes is trying to build, as a mid-table finish will arguably be the aim for the Scotsman next campaign.

Ndidi has been called ‘world class’ and Evertonians know how crucial Gueye is to their plans so this could most certainly be a match made in heaven.