Club submits bid to hijack Everton agreement for transfer before end of this week – Di Marzio

Everton’s Pursuit of Yankuba Minteh Hits Roadblock as Lyon Makes £33.8million OfferEverton’s bid to sign Yankuba Minteh from Newcastle United has hit a snag, with Olympique Lyonnais offering £33.8million for the 19-year-old forward. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Minteh has agreed on personal terms with Everton, but the Toffees are unwilling to meet Newcastle’s asking price.Minteh’s impressive performance on loan at Feyenoord last season, scoring 11 goals and providing five assists, has made him a sought-after talent.

However, Everton’s financial constraints, despite the impending takeover by Dan Friedkin, mean they cannot afford to match Lyon’s offer.The Magpies need to make sales before June 30, and Minteh’s departure would help alleviate their financial burden. Everton, however, may have to concede defeat in their pursuit of the young forward, especially since they are also close to signing Iliman Ndiaye, according to Fabrizio Romano.

While Minteh would be an excellent addition to Everton’s squad, the club’s financial realities mean they cannot justify spending £33.8million on a 19-year-old. Lyon’s offer has put Everton in a difficult position, and they may need to explore other transfer options to strengthen their attack.The situation highlights Everton’s ongoing financial struggles, despite the expected takeover by Friedkin. The club’s spending power is limited, and they must prioritize their transfer targets carefully. With the transfer window in full swing, Everton must navigate these challenges to build a competitive squad for the upcoming season.