Austute ManEverton is on the verge of re-signing former goalkeeper Asmir Begovic, with a medical examination scheduled for the experienced Bosnian. According to The Athletic, Begovic is nearing a return to Goodison Park and, if all goes smoothly, will be available for selection against Tottenham this weekend.
Begovic’s return would provide Everton manager Sean Dyche with a seasoned backup to Jordan Pickford, replacing veteran Andy Lonergan, who departed in the summer. The 37-year-old goalkeeper spent last season with QPR, where he impressed with 13 clean sheets in the Championship. His experience and reliability make him an ideal candidate to provide cover for Pickford, who has been the Toffees’ first-choice goalkeeper for several seasons.
Everton has been seeking a reliable goalkeeping cover since Lonergan’s departure, and Begovic’s return would address this need. Although he is unlikely to displace Pickford as the first-choice goalkeeper, Begovic’s presence would provide a much-needed upgrade to the Toffees’ goalkeeping options. His experience and professionalism would be valuable assets to the team, and his desire to continue playing at a high level is evident in his impressive performances for QPR last season.
Begovic’s return to Everton would be his second stint with the club, having previously served as Pickford’s deputy between 2021 and 2023. During his initial spell with the Toffees, Begovic demonstrated his ability to perform at a high level, making crucial saves and providing a calm presence in goal. His experience playing in the Premier League and Championship would be invaluable to Everton’s goalkeeping department.
The signing of Begovic would also allow Joao Virginia to seek regular playing time elsewhere, as the young goalkeeper looks to develop his skills and become a first-choice goalkeeper in the future. Virginia has shown promise in his appearances for Everton, but would benefit from consistent playing time to reach his full potential.
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