Everton Facing Financial Crisis, Forced to Consider Transfer Firesale
In a shocking turn of events, Everton is reportedly set to sell every player in their squad this summer in a desperate attempt to overcome financial difficulties. The club, which has been struggling financially, is facing the possibility of further penalties if they fail to balance their books by June 30.
Among the players up for sale are Jarrad Branthwaite, Jordan Pickford, and Amadou Onana. Everton is reluctant to accept low bids for their top talents but may have no choice but to offload them to avoid additional Premier League sanctions. Manchester United is eyeing a move for Branthwaite, while Pickford is expected to attract interest as well.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin, whose contract is expiring soon, has caught the attention of Newcastle as a potential replacement for Callum Wilson. The striker has been offered a new deal by Everton but has yet to reach an agreement.
Everton’s majority owner, Farhad Moshiri, is now in a position to discuss the sale of the club with potential buyers after troubled buyers 777 Partners failed to finalize a share purchase agreement. Crystal Palace shareholder John Textor has expressed interest in taking over Everton, signaling a potential change in ownership.
With the club’s financial future uncertain, Everton has listed estimated fees for their key players, including Jarrad Branthwaite (£75m), Amadou Onana (£45m), Jordan Pickford (£20m), and Dominic Calvert-Lewin (£20m), among others.
As the club navigates these challenging times, it remains to be seen how Everton will fare in the upcoming transfer window and the impact of their financial struggles on the team’s performance in the coming season.