The January transfer window is in full swing, and Everton are at the heart of the early rumours with a significant move for a Moroccan international striker. Manager David Moyes, known for his appreciation of imposing centre-forwards, is reportedly driving the push to bring Youssef En-Nesyri to Goodison Park from Fenerbahce.
Moyes's Merseyside Striker Hunt
Sources indicate that the Toffees have tabled an initial loan offer for the 6ft 2in forward, which includes an option to make the deal permanent for a fee in the region of £20 million. The decision now rests with the Turkish club. In a further twist to the story, Everton could also be a destination for West Ham's Callum Wilson, as Moyes looks to bolster his attacking options with proven Premier League experience.
However, Everton face competition for En-Nesyri's signature. Nottingham Forest have also registered an interest, although their primary target is believed to be Olympiakos's veteran Iranian striker, Mehdi Taremi. Forest's business may also involve cutting short Oleksandr Zinchenko's disappointing loan spell and sending the Ukrainian defender back to Arsenal.
Premier League and European Dominoes Begin to Fall
The transfer activity is rippling across Europe's top leagues. Atletico Madrid, flush with cash from the sale of Conor Gallagher to Tottenham, are plotting a move for Wolves' Brazilian midfielder João Gomes. With Wolves battling relegation, the club may see this as an opportunity to cash in on a prized asset, who is also attracting glances from Napoli. Another potential exit from Molineux is Marshall Munetsi, who is closing in on a loan switch to French side Paris FC.
Elsewhere, Crystal Palace are in talks to sign 19-year-old Angers forward Sidiki Cherif. The versatile attacker, who has scored four goals in 17 Ligue 1 appearances this season, has caught the eye of Eagles boss Oliver Glasner. Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur are set to finalise the signing of 19-year-old Brazilian left-back Souza from Santos, subject to a medical.
Championship and European Moves Gather Pace
The rumour mill extends beyond the Premier League's top tier. Sunderland midfielder Dan Neil is poised for a move to the Bundesliga with FC Köln, having found opportunities limited in the top flight. West Ham and Rangers had shown interest but failed to follow through with concrete offers.
Middlesbrough are aiming to sign Brighton's Jeremy Sarmiento. The Ecuadorian international is set to be recalled from his loan at Cremonese, where he played alongside Jamie Vardy, and could be immediately redirected to the Riverside Stadium. Chelsea's David Datro Fofana, currently on loan at Fatih Karagümrük, is wanted by Derby County, with Celtic and Royal Antwerp also potential suitors.
Finally, former Derby midfielder Tom Lawrence could be set for a return to English football. After impressing in Australia with Perth Glory, the Wales international has drawn interest from Norwich City, Blackburn Rovers, and Charlton Athletic, with his contract situation making a move likely.
