Opinion

Everton potentially signing Robin Mirisola would be a big mistake

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Everton are showing an interest in Robin Mirisola ahead of the summer transfer window.

David Moyes is ‘fixated’ on signing a new centre-forward, with Beto and Thierno Barry not consistent enough.

Everton have been scouting Robin Mirisola after his breakthrough season for Belgian giants Genk.

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Mirisola has registered six goal involvements, and he’s been promoted to Belgium’s under-21s side recently.

However, despite showing great promise, it’d be a big mistake for Everton to sign him in a reported £22m deal.

Belgium youth international Robin Mirisola.
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Everton need an experienced centre-forward this summer

Mirisola only celebrated his 19th birthday in December, so he’s several years away from reaching his peak.

The 2006-born has made just 31 senior appearances throughout his short career, scoring three goals.

Would this put you off bringing Harry Wilson to Everton this summer? 😬

He's been quality this season too… 😫

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Everton should be signing a ready-made striker who won’t need time to develop, as that’s been the problem with Barry.

It seems the Friedkin Group’s fingerprints are all over this deal, as they have visions of becoming the next Borussia Dortmund.

The American investors want to sign Europe’s best talent and develop them into world beaters on Merseyside.

Moyes probably feels a lot different, as the Scotsman has always valued experience over youth for the most part.

The Toffees have been linked to Alexander Sorloth, who is a 30-year-old centre-forward for Atletico Madrid.

That’s probably a Moyes target, so the club should back him and bring in players he wants to recruit.