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evertonInterest in defender Kevin Bouma is now likely to wane after he is ruled out of the rest of the season.

Record report on centre-back today And how interest has gradually waned following an injury suffered in February. This happened despite several approaches for him in the January transfer window.

long term injury

The newspaper reports that Kevin Bouma will not return from injury until next season. The Togolese centre-back has injured a right thigh muscle.

He has been out of action since February due to this problem and now the 23-year-old player will be out till the next season.

Before the injury, Bouma was establishing himself as a key player for GD Estoril Praia and attracting considerable attention. Reports in January indicated that there were unsuccessful approaches from Paris FC, Besiktas, Everton and Augsburg.

Sport Witness covered it at the time, This also includes this report which states that Everton It wouldn’t take a big offer to get the Defender.

Now that interest has gradually diminished due to his injury. But it may not disappear completely due to his contract situation.

Contract opens up transfer opportunities

Kevin Bouma’s current deal with the Portuguese side runs until 2028. This means he will enter the final two years of his contract with them this summer.

As always, it’s an issue. Ideally, it should sell this summer. its value, Which is worth €6m according to TransfermarktThis is also the highest ever. This is a good price for Estoril but for other clubs like Everton it is a profitable deal.

Of course, they will want to fully assess the injury before taking any action. But there is the possibility of a deal being struck this summer if they want.

A lot will depend on how Bouma returns from this extended absence. But having now ruled out a return this season, the focus may be on returning to fitness and reviving interest from January.