Everton's window to sign Eden Zhegrova from Juventus looks to be wide openThe Italian club are 'considering selling' the winger.
This is according to Calciomercato, Which covers the age of 26 years today. The Italian outlet reports that Zegrova has been one of Juventus' biggest disappointments of the season. He is one of three important signings that did not work out.
The Italian giants had high expectations from him but no goals and no assists in 20 games was not what they wanted.
Although Zhegrova has shown promise at times, there have been more negatives than positives. Now Juventus is thinking of selling him.
juventus wants to sell
The people in charge do not consider the former Lille player to be key to their plans. Instead, they will evaluate potential proposals with the goal of avoiding capital loss. To do this the Italians need to bring in at least €11.4m.
Zhegrova currently costs Juventus an annual amortization of €2.86m, after paying €14.3m for him last summer. Hence the figure of €11.3m for this summer.
Then there's his contract. He currently earns €4.6 million per season until 2030. This is approximately £80,000 per week. Any team interested in him would have to guarantee the same amount.
There is no concrete interest at this point. Everton have shown interest in the January transfer window but have only made 'very timid' inquiries at this point.
Everton have doubts
This follows various reports in January regarding interest from Everton. A report four days ago said about Juventus Now let's consider the Toffees' bid. A second report today said Originally the move was being made to Hill Dickinson.
The question is whether Everton need him. €11.4 million or thereabouts would certainly be attractive, even though David Moyes will reportedly have plenty of money to spend this summer.
But they already have Iliman Ndiaye and Tyler Debling and will likely also make permanent deals for Tyrick George and Jack Grealish. If that's the case, then wings don't seem to be a priority for spending money on.
Perhaps that is why all approaches have been timid and nothing more. It remains to be seen whether this changes in the coming months. This is an inexpensive option if toffee is desired.
