DONE DEAL: John Textor shares eight-word message after Everton make deadline day signing

Everton’s Busy Deadline Day: John Textor Reacts to Orel Mangala Signing

Everton’s summer transfer window came to a close with a flourish, as the Toffees secured two loan deals on deadline day. Armando Broja’s arrival from Chelsea was followed by the signing of Orel Mangala from Lyon, a move that caught the attention of John Textor, the president of Lyon and potential future owner of Everton.

Textor, who is currently in exclusive talks to buy Everton, took to Instagram to congratulate Mangala on his move to Goodison Park. His message, “Congratulations Orel… You certainly look good in Blue!”, was accompanied by Everton’s announcement post, fueling speculation among fans that Textor’s takeover bid may be gathering momentum.

The signing of Mangala, a midfielder who previously played under Textor’s ownership at Lyon, marks the second deal between the two clubs this summer. The transfer activity has sparked hopes among Everton fans that Textor’s involvement may bring a new era of cooperation and success to the club.

Everton’s deadline day business was a significant boost to Sean Dyche’s squad, with seven new signings arriving during the summer window. The Toffees’ director of football, Kevin Thelwell, played a crucial role in securing the loan deals, which have strengthened the team’s chances of success in the Premier League.

While Textor’s message to Mangala was seen as a positive sign by Everton fans, the American billionaire’s takeover bid remains in its exclusivity period. The potential deal has generated significant interest among supporters, who are eager to see new ownership bring stability and investment to the club.

As the focus shifts to the pitch, Everton’s new signings will be expected to make an immediate impact. Mangala’s arrival, in particular, has generated excitement, given his experience playing for Lyon and his potential to strengthen the Toffees’ midfield.

With the transfer window now closed, Everton can focus on the season ahead, buoyed by the optimism surrounding Textor’s potential takeover and the new signings. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining the success of Dyche’s team and the future of the club under potential new ownership.