Major Everton transfer update emerges as talks held

Everton could potentially strengthen their defence with Manchester United centre-back Victor Lindelof in the upcoming transfer window.

The Toffees are set for a significant revamp under The Friedkin Group (TFG) next summer, with several players out of contract.

Michael Keane could leave Goodison Park in the coming months, with his current deal set to expire at the end of the season.

Lindelof has been linked with David Moyes’ team, and a significant update has emerged in the race for his signature.

Everton lead race for Lindelof transfer from Man United

Lindelof is of interest to the Merseyside outfit as he’s set to become a free agent, according to TBR Football.

The news outlet reports (2 April) that the Blues are one of the teams leading the race to sign the Sweden international in a bargain deal next summer.

It has been claimed that several clubs in Germany and Italy have held talks with the 30-year-old, but the Toffees are ahead of the competition.

Lindelof could potentially be part of Moyes’ renewed setup at Bramley-Moore Dock ahead of the upcoming campaign.

Moyes needs experienced defenders like Lindelof at Bramley-Moore Dock

Moyes’s team lost to Liverpool at Anfield on Wednesday (2 April), ending the Merseyside outfit’s nine-game unbeaten run in the Premier League.

While the Blues held out for large periods of the game against the team that has arguably been the best in the English top flight this season, the visitors were unable to make a dent in their title hopes.

Arne Slot’s team have had a disappointing few weeks after being knocked out of the Champions League and losing the Carabao Cup final to Newcastle United.

Everton had the chance to inflict further misery on the Reds, but Liverpool ultimately earned the bragging rights.

Jarrad Branthwaite was one of the Blues’ best players in the Merseyside derby, with James Tarkowski lucky to stay on the pitch at Anfield after his challenge on Alexis Mac Allister.

The Merseysiders could possibly do with an upgrade in the centre of defence, but Jake O’Brien has proven to be impressive under Moyes.

With the Ireland international a natural centre-back, it would make sense for him to partner Branthwaite in the upcoming campaign.

While Lindelof may not be a starter for the Blues if he does sign for them, his Premier League experience will undoubtedly count.