Everton Owner Dan Friedkin Ready to Make First Signing
Everton owner Dan Friedkin is set to make his first signing since taking over the club, with Hakim Ziyech emerging as a top target. According to reports, the Toffees have already held discussions with Galatasaray over a potential January transfer.
Ziyech, a 31-year-old Moroccan winger, has made it clear that he wants to leave Galatasaray, and Everton are hoping to steal a march on other interested clubs. Rennes, Villarreal, Real Sociedad, and Girona are also reportedly keen on signing Ziyech.
A Right-Winger Top of Everton’s Agenda
Everton are prioritizing the signing of a right-winger in the January transfer window, with Ziyech seen as a potential upgrade on Napoli loanee Jesper Lindstrom. Sean Dyche’s side are looking to strengthen their squad as they bid to improve their Premier League fortunes.
Hakim Ziyech’s Quality and Experience
Despite failing to score since signing for Galatasaray permanently last summer, Ziyech is still a player with a proven track record at the highest level. His time at Ajax and Chelsea has shown that he can make an impact in the Premier League, and Everton are hoping that he can bring that quality to Goodison Park.
Competition from Other Clubs
While Everton are keen on signing Ziyech, they are not the only Premier League club interested in bringing him back to England. West Brom winger Tom Fellows has also been linked with a potential January move to Everton, but it remains to be seen whether Friedkin would prefer to invest in a proven wideman or raw talent.
Uncertainty Surrounding Jack Harrison’s Future
Alongside Lindstrom, Jack Harrison’s long-term future with Everton is also uncertain. The Leeds loanee’s erratic form has raised questions about his suitability for the Toffees, and it remains to be seen whether Friedkin will look to resolve his future in January.
Everton’s Ambitions in the January Transfer Window
What is clear is that Everton are looking to sign a right-winger in January who can be one of the faces of a new era on Merseyside. With Friedkin’s takeover now complete, the Toffees are looking to make a statement in the transfer market, and Ziyech could be the perfect signing to kickstart their ambitions.