Everton Eye Anthony Elanga Transfer from Manchester United
Everton are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United’s Anthony Elanga, with the Swedish forward available for transfer for between £15-20m. The 21-year-old made his United debut as a teenager in 2021 and has scored four goals in 55 appearances, but failed to net in 26 games last season.
Elanga Close to Joining Everton on Loan in January
Elanga was close to joining Everton on loan in January and there are doubts over their willingness to meet United’s valuation. There is also interest from Germany in signing the Sweden international.
United Need to Sell Players to Fund Transfers
United have signed Mason Mount from Chelsea for £55m and are hoping to complete a deal for Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana, but need to sell players in order to fund other transfers.
Ashley Young Signs One-Year Deal with Everton
Everton, meanwhile, have signed Ashley Young on a free transfer after the defender left Aston Villa, with the former England international signing a one-year deal.
Everton’s Transfer Plans
Everton are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2021/22 season and have identified Elanga as a potential target. The Merseyside club have already signed young players such as Niels Nkounkou and Ben Godfrey, and Elanga could be another addition to their squad.
Elanga’s Career at Manchester United
Elanga joined Manchester United in 2019 and has since made 55 appearances for the club, scoring four goals. He was close to joining Everton on loan in January but the deal fell through due to United’s asking price. He failed to score in 26 games last season and it is believed that United are now willing to let him go for a fee between £15-20m.
Germany Interested in Signing Elanga
There is also interest from Germany in signing Elanga and it is believed that several clubs from the Bundesliga are keen on the 21-year-old. It remains to be seen whether Everton will be able to agree a deal with Manchester United for the Swedish forward.
Conclusion
Everton are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2021/22 season and have identified Anthony Elanga as a potential target. The Merseyside club have already signed young players such as Niels Nkounkou and Ben Godfrey, and Elanga could be another addition to their squad. There is also interest from Germany in signing the 21-year-old and it remains to be seen whether Everton will be able to agree a deal with Manchester United for the Swedish forward.