Exclusive: Everton pull Calvert-Lewin U-turn after new twist
A takeover would have given Everton the ability to renew Calvert-Lewin’s contract, with his current deal set to expire in under 12 months.
But with the deal collapsing, sources say an exit for the England international this summer is now a real possibility – with club chiefs set to pull a U-turn on accepting offers for his services.
Everton are desperate not to let Calvert-Lewin run down the remainder of his contract and leave the club for free next year.
Everton could now accept offers for Calvert-Lewin after takeover twist
Newcastle moved for the striker earlier this summer but have cooled their interest after failing to agree a deal with the Merseysiders.
He has hit 68 goals in total for the Toffees since joining the club from Sheffield United in 2016.
Everton have moved to add forward Iliman Ndiaye in this summer window and also have Neal Maupay and Beto on their books.
In other news, Everton transfer collapses after swap deal talks.
Everton target Jackson Tchatchoua has been subject to an £8.4million offer from Rennes, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The reliable transfer news journalist reported on X on 22 July that there are other clubs keen on the Verona right-back and that negotiations are ongoing.
Gazzetta dello Sport that the 22-year-old right-back has set his sights on a move to Goodison Park amid links to the Toffees.
Romano wrote: “Rennes have submitted proposal for Verona RB Jackson Tchatchoua — worth €10m package, add-ons included.
“Negotiations ongoing with more clubs also interested.”
Jackson Tchatchoua can replace Seamus Coleman at Everton
The club’s pursuit of Tchatchoua as a potential replacement for Seamus Coleman seems to be facing stiff competition.