Sport nationEverton have missed out on signing Jaden Philogene from Aston Villa, according to Fabrizio Romano. The 22-year-old attacker is set to undergo a medical at Ipswich Town on Thursday morning, after the Tractor Boys agreed a fee of £21million – plus add-ons – with Aston Villa.
Romano reported that Everton made an “important bid” to sign Philogene, but Ipswich’s offer was ultimately accepted. The transfer expert also credited Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna with playing a key role in convincing Philogene to join the club.
Everton’s failure to sign Philogene is likely due to the club’s financial constraints, as they continue to struggle with balancing the books. Ipswich, on the other hand, are unlikely to breach Premier League Sustainability and Responsibility Rules (PSR) due to their recent promotion to the top flight.
Additionally, Everton’s managerial uncertainty may have also played a role in Philogene’s decision to join Ipswich. With Sean Dyche’s future at the club uncertain, it’s unclear who will be in charge of the team in the coming days.
Philogene’s impending move to Ipswich is a significant coup for the club, and a blow to Everton’s transfer plans. The Toffees will need to regroup and focus on other targets if they are to strengthen their squad in the January transfer window.
Key points:
- Everton have missed out on signing Jaden Philogene from Aston Villa.
- Philogene is set to undergo a medical at Ipswich Town on Thursday morning.
- Ipswich agreed a fee of £21million – plus add-ons – with Aston Villa for Philogene’s transfer.
- Everton made an “important bid” to sign Philogene, but Ipswich’s offer was ultimately accepted.
- Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna played a key role in convincing Philogene to join the club.
Amina Umar
Sport nation