Everton Have ‘Broad Agreement’ for David Moyes’ First Signing
By Matthew Guyett
7 – 8 minutes
Everton have reportedly reached a ‘broad agreement’ with Olympique Lyonnais for Ghanaian winger Ernest Nuamah, according to CaughtOffside.
There was excitement over his capture, but he hasn’t been able to shine under Pierre Sage. Lyon are prepared to sell several high-profile stars this month because of the threat of provisional relegation due to their financial situation.
Nuamah is a pacey winger whose spell in France has tarnished the reputation he earned while in Denmark with Nordsjaelland. He managed 20 goals and five assists in 49 games at Farum Park and made a ‘decisive difference’.
Whether newly-appointed Everton manager David Moyes can get him back to his best remains to be seen. The 12-cap Ghana international could suit Premier League football with his quick feet. But his Lyon woes put him in similar company to the currently struggling attackers at Goodison Park.
Everton Closing In On Nuamah
David Moyes Will Have Final Say
Ernest Nuamah
Moyes has returned to Goodison Park with the Merseysiders in a relegation battle. His side is 16th, a point above the drop zone, and he’ll want as much firepower and creativity as he can get this window.
Nuamah will arrive on a permanent basis if Moyes agrees to the transfer. This might be the only piece of permanent business the club conducts amid restrictions on their budget due to profit and sustainability rules.
Everton are keen on using the loan market to help strengthen Moyes’ squad. Chelsea duo Ben Chilwell and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall are of interest, but they need to terminate one of their loanees’ deals because all four of their loan spots are currently occupied.
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