Transfer news today: Everton now thinking like a BIG CLUB as they are ready to spend £50m on world-class striker that will replace Dominic for good and……

Everton FC is making a surprising move in the transfer market, with reports emerging that they are interested in signing Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah. The 24-year-old forward has been valued at £50 million, a price tag that seems steep for a player who has struggled to find consistency in his career.

Despite the hefty price tag, Everton’s director of football, Kevin Thelwell, is reportedly keen on bringing Nketiah to Goodison Park. This move comes as a surprise, given that the Toffees have already signed Iliman Ndiaye this summer and have Dominic Calvert-Lewin on their books. However, with Calvert-Lewin refusing to sign a new contract, Everton may be looking for a replacement.

Nketiah’s stats from last season are not impressive, with only five Premier League goals to his name. Playing for Arsenal, he had the likes of Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Martin Odegaard supplying him with chances, but he still struggled to find the back of the net. It’s hard to see how he would fit into Sean Dyche’s system at Everton, where he would likely be feeding off scraps and competing with Dwight McNeil and Jack Harrison for chances.

The report from CaughtOffside suggests that Everton is not the only club interested in Nketiah, with Brentford, Crystal Palace, West Ham United, and Wolves also in the running. Marseille is also reportedly interested, but may need to up their offer to convince Arsenal to sell.

While Nketiah’s price tag may be a hurdle for Everton, it’s clear that the club is looking to strengthen their attack. With Calvert-Lewin’s future uncertain, Nketiah could be seen as a potential replacement. However, it’s hard to justify spending £50 million on a player who has not yet proven himself in the Premier League.

Only time will tell if Everton will make a move for Nketiah, but it’s clear that the club is looking to make a statement in the transfer market. With Thelwell at the helm, Everton has made some shrewd signings in recent years, and it will be interesting to see if they can pull off another coup this summer.