Everton fans and David Moyes alike will be keen to see some real quality added to this high-flying side in January.
The Toffees have entered the New Year with a number of transfer requirements over the coming weeks due to injuries hitting Everton hard.
Harrison Armstrong has been recalled by Everton after their midfield options have been completely decimated.
However, David Moyes admitted he wants Armstrong to return to Preston North End by the end of the window to continue his development.
Idrissa Gana Gueye will return from AFCON by the end of the month, but another midfield addition in the market could be a real boost for the Blues.
There is one player who Everton are considering with Moyes already holding experience of managing the midfielder.
Everton consider January move for Kalvin Phillips
Everton News columnist Alan Myers would like to see Everton sign another midfielder by the end of the window.
The options at hand for Moyes have taken a real hit in recent weeks, but the winter market may well see him consider one of his former players.
According to Sky Sports, Everton remain keen on Kalvin Phillips of Manchester City in the January market.
Pundits are divided on him, but what are your thoughts on Everton-linked Kobbie Mainoo? 🤨
It is also noted that Kobbie Mainoo remains a potential option for Everton, with the Manchester United youngster keen to land more frequent game time.
Moyes is keen to add Premier League experience this month with any of the players Everton may potentially add.
Troy Deeney has mooted Everton as a landing spot for Mainoo, but he would likely land on Merseyside demanding to start.
However, there is an even bigger issue when it comes to the reported interest in Phillips.
Everton cannot loan Kalvin Phillips due to Premier League rule
The Premier League will not allow a club [Manchester City] to loan more than one player to another club [Everton] at the same time.
Obviously, the issue lies in Jack Grealish currently being on loan from Man City.
On what planet would Kalvin Phillips be an upgrade to Harrison Armstrong? 🤣
It has been suggested that Everton will discuss new terms to sign Grealish permanently, but a summer move for the 30-year-old would mean Phillips would have to be signed permanently this month.
Considering the midfielder has not played a minute of Premier League football this season it may not be a wise move from the Blues.
Moyes says Everton will only sign the right players in January and it is hard to imagine Phillips falling into that category.
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