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Everton’s Interest in Kyle Walker-Peters Revealed

Everton is reportedly interested in signing Southampton defender Kyle Walker-Peters, but the club is unlikely to make a move for him in the January transfer window.

According to TEAMtalk, the Toffees have been deterred by Southampton’s £7m asking price for the English defender, whose contract expires at the end of the season. Walker-Peters is not expected to renew his contract, given Southampton’s slim chances of surviving in the Premier League.

Everton is more likely to revisit their interest in Walker-Peters once his deal at St Mary’s expires or negotiate a pre-contract agreement for his move to Merseyside. However, they are likely to face competition for Walker-Peters’ signature if they decide to wait, with other top-flight clubs also reportedly keen on the 27-year-old.

Walker-Peters’ Price Tag Puts Off Everton and Other Clubs

Southampton’s £7m valuation of Walker-Peters has put off a number of Premier League clubs, including Leicester City, from pursuing a move in January. Regarding Everton, there has reportedly been no concrete contact from the Toffees to Southampton or Walker-Peters’ representatives over a January deal.

However, his future remains one to watch until the end of the transfer window on 3 February. Everton is reportedly looking to strengthen at both right-back and left-back under new manager David Moyes in January, and Walker-Peters’ addition would make sense given his ability to play in both positions.

The ‘Extraordinary’ Defender

Walker-Peters has been a key player for Southampton this season, making 18 top-flight starts and providing two assists. He has retained his place in the starting XI under new manager Ivan Juric, who has struggled to improve results since replacing Russell Martin in December.

Walker-Peters’ statistics this season are impressive, with a pass accuracy rate of 89.1% and four goal-creating actions. He has also played 1,600 minutes in the Premier League this season.

Everton’s Transfer Plans

Everton is reportedly looking to strengthen its squad in the January transfer window, with a number of players linked with a move to Goodison Park. The club has been linked with a move for Thomas Cannon, a 22-year-old Premier League striker, and has also been credited with an interest in a number of other players.

The Toffees are currently 16th in the Premier League table, just six points above the relegation zone. They face Aston Villa at Goodison Park on Wednesday, and a win would be a significant boost to their survival hopes.

Conclusion

Everton’s interest in Kyle Walker-Peters is a clear indication of the club’s desire to strengthen its squad in the January transfer window. While the club may not be willing to pay Southampton’s £7m asking price, they are likely to revisit their interest in the defender once his contract expires.

Walker-Peters would be a valuable addition to Everton’s squad, given his ability to play in both right-back and left-back positions. His statistics this season are impressive, and he has been praised for his “extraordinary” performances.

As the January transfer window enters its final stages, Everton fans will be eagerly awaiting news of any potential signings. With the club’s survival hopes still uncertain, any new additions to the squad would be a welcome boost.