10/08/2026
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Brennan Johnson will undergo his medical at Everton today after an agreement was reached to sign the winger from Crystal Palace.
Everton have reached an agreement with Crystal Palace to sign Johnson as part of a swap deal that will see Dwight McNeil head in the opposite direction.
The deal is understood to be a straight swap, with Palace having held a long-standing interest in McNeil, who saw a January move to the Eagles collapse on deadline day.
Fabrizio Romano has claimed that 'everything is done' between the two clubs, with the players set to have their respective medicals today.
Johnson is set to become Everton's fifth signing of the summer transfer window, following deal for Hayden Hackney, Christian Norgaard, and the permanent arrivals of Merlin Röhl and Tyrique George.
The 25-year-old will look to bounce back from a difficult half-season at Crystal Palace, who he joined for around £35m in January.
Everton will hope Johnson can recapture the form he showed at Tottenham Hotspur during the 2024/25 campaign, in which he scored 18 goals in 51 appearances across all competitions.
He scored 11 league goals in 33 appearances that season and ranked highly among Premier League wingers on several key metrics.
Per 90 minutes, the Wales international ranked second among his positional peers for expected goals, non-penalty expected goals, dribble success percentage, and duels won percentage. He also ranked fifth for goal conversion.
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Paul Hewitt
2 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:09:40
2 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:09:40
Do palace have to pay all the fee to Spurs before this deal goes through?
Kevin Naylor
3 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:12:13
3 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:12:13
Danny careful, they might read this and change their mind,
Craig Burrell
4 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:16:30
4 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:16:30
If the value is placed around £20M then we should make a financial profit of £16M given Dwight's book value of around £4M (ie, originally bought for £20M on a 5-year contract, gives amortization of £4M per year, so there will be £16M written off from his original fee).
That's good financial business as it puts £16M into our transfer kitty (theoretically) or at least balancing last year's transfer expenditure more likely.
I expect Tim Iroegbunam to be sold to recover some more profit.
That's good financial business as it puts £16M into our transfer kitty (theoretically) or at least balancing last year's transfer expenditure more likely.
I expect Tim Iroegbunam to be sold to recover some more profit.
Gavin Johnson
5 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:17:26
5 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:17:26
Yes Danny, on paper this is definitely the best business we've done in years. He'll be on over £100.000 a week whereas Dwight was on modest wages as far as the premier league goes, but this is probably how we've got the deal.
I can see why Palace have let him go because without the goals and assists he looks and sounds like a player who frustrates... and one on high wages.
Let's hope we get the Forest and Spurs version.
I can see why Palace have let him go because without the goals and assists he looks and sounds like a player who frustrates... and one on high wages.
Let's hope we get the Forest and Spurs version.
Paul Hughes
6 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:17:45
6 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:17:45
Reading the social media streams, it seems that Palace fans have pretty much the same view of Johnson as we do of McNeil. He has sometimes been good, but not very often recently, and they won't be sorry to see him go.
Seems to me it is a win-win. Both players need a change of scenery, and Johnson has got to be better than Beto and Barry.
Seems to me it is a win-win. Both players need a change of scenery, and Johnson has got to be better than Beto and Barry.
Jeff Armstrong
7 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:20:30
7 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:20:30
Serious question, has Johnson played much at right back? I’ve seen him at RWB and right wing, but could he be an option at RB, or is he not defensively minded enough.
Steve Brown
8 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:21:07
8 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:21:07
Okay signing as he can play left wing, right wing and as a forward. Moyes will love that.
Good pace which we lack, but fairly functional as a player.
Dibling has far more potential, therefore send him on loan if the intention is to prioritise Brennan for selection.
Good pace which we lack, but fairly functional as a player.
Dibling has far more potential, therefore send him on loan if the intention is to prioritise Brennan for selection.
Craig Burrell
9 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:21:30
9 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:21:30
Paul (2)
Transfer fees are almost never paid up front. Clubs buy players and pay in installments over the duration of the players signed contract.
When we were really skint we sold Rooney for a slightly smaller amount than expected but with a bigger chunk of the money being paid early by Man Utd to ease our cash flow problems.
Transfer fees are almost never paid up front. Clubs buy players and pay in installments over the duration of the players signed contract.
When we were really skint we sold Rooney for a slightly smaller amount than expected but with a bigger chunk of the money being paid early by Man Utd to ease our cash flow problems.
Mark Ryan
10 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:23:01
10 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:23:01
There is a pig flying over my house as I write this. Really ? We get this lad and they get Dwight. The world has officially gone mad. Are we also swapping Patterson and Myko for Reece James and Cuccarella ?
Andy Mead
11 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:23:57
11 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:23:57
Great bit of business. Johnson has looked good when he's wide right for Wales and he works hard defensively also. Cuts in and can finish.
If Moyes can get the best out of him, then it's a great, cheap signing.
If Moyes can get the best out of him, then it's a great, cheap signing.
Lee Courtliff
12 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:29:38
12 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:29:38
Potentially a very good deal for us, at least Johnson is at an age where, even if he flops, we should still be able to get a few million for him.
Good luck to Dwight, he was a massive player for us under the Dinosaur and we would have been relegated if it wasn't for his goals and assists in the second half of the 2022-23 season.
Good luck to Dwight, he was a massive player for us under the Dinosaur and we would have been relegated if it wasn't for his goals and assists in the second half of the 2022-23 season.
Sean Herbert
13 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:30:07
13 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:30:07
Given his form of late, I have serious doubts about what Brennan will bring to the team.
However, if we get the Forest and Spurs version, it will be a terrific bit of business.
However, if we get the Forest and Spurs version, it will be a terrific bit of business.
Dave Abrahams
14 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:33:24
14 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:33:24
How long is the contract Johnson has signed for?
It looks like another winger besides Ndiaye will be leaving, especially if we sign Grealish.
It looks like another winger besides Ndiaye will be leaving, especially if we sign Grealish.
Edward Rogers
15 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:35:37
15 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:35:37
I like Dwight, if he had pace, he would be one of the first names on the team sheet... but he doesn't, and we desperately need pace in our team.
Good luck, fella, thanks for everything, particularly 1-5 Brighton.
Good luck, fella, thanks for everything, particularly 1-5 Brighton.
Jeff Armstrong
16 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:36:33
16 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:36:33
Dave 14,
I don't think we should sign Grealish; I suspect you feel the same.
I don't think we should sign Grealish; I suspect you feel the same.
Paul Hewitt
17 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:37:52
17 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:37:52
Craig @9.
Surely Palace won't be paying Spurs over so many years with him now an Everton player?
Surely Palace won't be paying Spurs over so many years with him now an Everton player?
Ian Wilkins
18 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:43:51
18 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:43:51
Do Spurs want to take Patterson in exchange for Spence…
Dave Abrahams
19 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:51:12
19 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:51:12
Jeff (16),
Yes, I certainly hope we don't sign Jack but, while the rumour persists and it keeps getting said that he was great for us last season, then it is possible he will sign again.
Yes, I certainly hope we don't sign Jack but, while the rumour persists and it keeps getting said that he was great for us last season, then it is possible he will sign again.
Ian Wilkins
20 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:59:53
20 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:59:53
6 months out through injury, no pre-season.
When would we see a fit Jack Grealish?
When would we see a fit Jack Grealish?
Bob Parrington
21 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:03:11
21 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:03:11
I reckon this will be the best piece of business we have done for a while.
Next step is to replace either Barry or Beto with a solid striker and get the right-back sorted out. Then, you're talkin' mates!
Next step is to replace either Barry or Beto with a solid striker and get the right-back sorted out. Then, you're talkin' mates!
Craig Burrell
22 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:17:10
22 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:17:10
Paul (17),
Usually yes they will still pay in installments even if the player is sold unless the terms of the sale dictate it. It's not like a mortgage where the borrowing is secured on the asset (a house).
If you had to pay outstanding transfer fees back upon the sale it would play havoc with a clubs cash flow as they could not plan for large cash outflows if the sale is unexpected.
The Swiss Ramble does some good articles on the profits and cash flow for most clubs (including us). Or The Price of Football podcast is a good listen too.
Spoiler alert: our accounts make pretty grim reading for the last 30 years!
Usually yes they will still pay in installments even if the player is sold unless the terms of the sale dictate it. It's not like a mortgage where the borrowing is secured on the asset (a house).
If you had to pay outstanding transfer fees back upon the sale it would play havoc with a clubs cash flow as they could not plan for large cash outflows if the sale is unexpected.
The Swiss Ramble does some good articles on the profits and cash flow for most clubs (including us). Or The Price of Football podcast is a good listen too.
Spoiler alert: our accounts make pretty grim reading for the last 30 years!
Ray Jacques
23 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:21:00
23 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:21:00
A decent deal for us. McNeil always seemed to put the effort in even if the end product was disappointing.
He was a major factor in the 4 wins in a row after we were deduced the 10 points and was possibly our best player at that time.
Good luck to him.
He was a major factor in the 4 wins in a row after we were deduced the 10 points and was possibly our best player at that time.
Good luck to him.
Brian Harrison
24 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:22:32
24 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:22:32
I would think this signing makes it very unlikely we sign Grealish unless either Ndiaye or Dibling are moved on; otherwise, we will have Ndiaye, Johnson, George, Dibling and possibly Grealish vying for two wide positions... and all of these players will be on decent money.
Same in central midfield: I can't see us keeping all our central midfield players competing for 2 places: Garner, Dewsbury-Hall, Hackney, Armstrong, Alcaraz and Iroegbunam.
Same in central midfield: I can't see us keeping all our central midfield players competing for 2 places: Garner, Dewsbury-Hall, Hackney, Armstrong, Alcaraz and Iroegbunam.
Conor McCourt
25 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:26:00
25 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:26:00
A deal which could work for both parties. Johnson is no superstar but can score goals if used effectively. I don't think he was suited by playing more inside in a 3-4-2-1 that Palace played him as most of his Spurs goals came at the far post.
Both pace and goal threat are things we need badly. Nice to see players starting to come through the door.
Both pace and goal threat are things we need badly. Nice to see players starting to come through the door.
Jack Convery
26 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:43:05
26 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:43:05
Now go and get Djed Spence. He and Johnson were brilliant when they played down Forest's right-hand side.
Johnson is valued at £30M by TransferMarkt, with McNeil at £18M. Is Trump involved in this deal?
Johnson is valued at £30M by TransferMarkt, with McNeil at £18M. Is Trump involved in this deal?
Si Cooper
27 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:50:38
27 Posted 10/08/2026 at 10:50:38
My concern is that this makes it more likely Ndiaye will be sold asap.
It's fingers crossed we get Brennan Johnson at his best and this is just part of the process of strengthening the squad overall.
It's fingers crossed we get Brennan Johnson at his best and this is just part of the process of strengthening the squad overall.
Mark Steers
28 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:07:38
28 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:07:38
Don't do McNeil an injustice, he tried hard when he was picked, played a few different roles, got a few goals, and helped Everton in turbulent times, so good luck to him.
Johnson... I don't know... looked tops at Forest but nothing to talk about at Spurs or Palace so another player lacking confidence but good luck to him.
Can he play right-back???
Johnson... I don't know... looked tops at Forest but nothing to talk about at Spurs or Palace so another player lacking confidence but good luck to him.
Can he play right-back???
Kevin Molloy
29 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:08:31
29 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:08:31
What a strange deal. Johnson is a proven goalscorer, almost 1 in 3 in the Premier League, from the effing wing! He in no way flopped at Spurs, just Frank came in and didn't fancy him. Not his fault. And Palace move him on after a few months. Wow.
And we get a swap with McNeil? It really is 'rub your eyes' time.
Ndiaye is gone. Probably to Arsenal, and I wouldn't be surprised to see Ben White head in the opposite direction.
And we get a swap with McNeil? It really is 'rub your eyes' time.
Ndiaye is gone. Probably to Arsenal, and I wouldn't be surprised to see Ben White head in the opposite direction.
Craig Walker
30 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:19:38
30 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:19:38
Does this make a Grealish return unlikely, or does it mean that Ndiaye will be on his way out? We seem to have options on the flanks if Ndiaye stays and Dibling is given more game time.
We need a good centre-forward as a priority, after strengthening both full-back positions, in my opinion.
We will continue to create chances and Beto and Barry will fluff them. Anyone who does well in the Premier League has players who can score. We don't and haven't had since Lukaku.
We need a good centre-forward as a priority, after strengthening both full-back positions, in my opinion.
We will continue to create chances and Beto and Barry will fluff them. Anyone who does well in the Premier League has players who can score. We don't and haven't had since Lukaku.
Mike Powell
31 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:22:02
31 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:22:02
Still no right-back.
Raymond Fox
32 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:22:05
32 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:22:05
On face value, it looks an okay deal for us, but we will have to see what he brings. Palace obviously like the deal also!
Get Grealish as well, the more players and options we have, the more I like it, there's always injuries to contend with.
Get Grealish as well, the more players and options we have, the more I like it, there's always injuries to contend with.
Ryan Holroyd
33 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:26:36
33 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:26:36
My guess is we take on the remaining payments for Johnson that Palace owe to Spurs, minus McNeil's value.
Andrew Ellams
34 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:42:09
34 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:42:09
Two players who need a change of scene to kick on so possibly a good move for both clubs.
The plus for Everton is if the Forest Johnson is still in there somewhere.
The plus for Everton is if the Forest Johnson is still in there somewhere.
Minik Hansen
35 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:44:12
35 Posted 10/08/2026 at 11:44:12
Hopefully it's not another Dele Alli situation..
Paul Hewitt
36 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:01:38
36 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:01:38
Ryan @ 33..
We can't do that.
We can't do that.
Jeff Armstrong
37 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:06:26
37 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:06:26
Minik 35, not sure why you think Johnson could turn into a Dele Alli situation...Grealish maybe, as he's still not fit or had a proper pre-season.
I wouldn't go near him tbh. Johnson is having a medical today, so we'll know soon enough about his fitness.
I wouldn't go near him tbh. Johnson is having a medical today, so we'll know soon enough about his fitness.
Martin Reppion
38 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:14:36
38 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:14:36
With our options in midfield and on the wing now, we may be about to see our best right-back get a long run in that position. Garner has a World Cup winners medal (U21) playing in that position.
With a midfield trio of Dewsbury-Hall, Norgaard and Hackney, backed up by Rohl, Armstrong and Alcaraz; and the wings covered by Johnson, Ndiaye, Dibling and George, I'd take a utility full-back to cover when Garner isn't fit.
Beto and Iroegbunam can be moved on to help fund a striker to vie with the much improved looking Barry for a starting place.
With a midfield trio of Dewsbury-Hall, Norgaard and Hackney, backed up by Rohl, Armstrong and Alcaraz; and the wings covered by Johnson, Ndiaye, Dibling and George, I'd take a utility full-back to cover when Garner isn't fit.
Beto and Iroegbunam can be moved on to help fund a striker to vie with the much improved looking Barry for a starting place.
Dave Abrahams
39 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:18:33
39 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:18:33
Johnson was born in Nottingham so coming here makes him closer to home which could make a difference to him.
I still think that is part of Dibling's problem.
I still think that is part of Dibling's problem.
Sean Herbert
40 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:28:38
40 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:28:38
Garner is not a natural full-back, he has only played there due to injuries, including for the U21s.
We need a right back who specializes in that position, not a converted midfielder. If we don't get one in the next 3 weeks, we will have a major problem.
We need a right back who specializes in that position, not a converted midfielder. If we don't get one in the next 3 weeks, we will have a major problem.
Tom Bowers
41 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:29:08
41 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:29:08
Nothing to lose here.
Both players not exactly setting the football world on fire and, as Everton won't miss McNeil, I am not sure Johnson will improve the squad unless he gets a few goals. He is quick but there has to be an end product.
If he gets in crosses, then we need what we have (Beto or Barry) to get on the end of them. I would wait for about 10 games before getting too excited about this deal.
Both players not exactly setting the football world on fire and, as Everton won't miss McNeil, I am not sure Johnson will improve the squad unless he gets a few goals. He is quick but there has to be an end product.
If he gets in crosses, then we need what we have (Beto or Barry) to get on the end of them. I would wait for about 10 games before getting too excited about this deal.
John Pickles
42 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:30:48
42 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:30:48
In the recruitment office:
'Get that player in, forgot his name, played quite a few games for Spurs, can play attacking on the left flank, scored a few goals'.
A week later:
'Here he is boss!'
'That's not Richarlison!'
'Get that player in, forgot his name, played quite a few games for Spurs, can play attacking on the left flank, scored a few goals'.
A week later:
'Here he is boss!'
'That's not Richarlison!'
Kevin Naylor
43 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:42:58
43 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:42:58
Should sell Barry and Beto on a "Buy one, get one free" basis.
Chris Leyland
44 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:55:48
44 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:55:48
Dave 39 - it's around 106 miles to drive from Liverpool to Nottingham and 125 from London to Nottingham so I don't think the distance will have been much of a material factor.
The Palace move simply hasn't worked out for him and I think we've got the better end of the deal here in terms of potential.
The Palace move simply hasn't worked out for him and I think we've got the better end of the deal here in terms of potential.
Raymond Fox
45 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:56:06
45 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:56:06
Kevin, where are we going to get a centre-forward who can score 17 goals a season on our budget??
Alternating Beto and Barry in the team is not a bad strategy, as Moyes has done: play one first half, and then bring on another for the second half with fresh legs. Also, you have cover if one is injured.
Alternating Beto and Barry in the team is not a bad strategy, as Moyes has done: play one first half, and then bring on another for the second half with fresh legs. Also, you have cover if one is injured.
Dave Lynch
46 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:58:34
46 Posted 10/08/2026 at 12:58:34
Richarlison would drive Moyes mad.
He is attack-minded and runs all over the place, not what Davey boy would like to see.
He is attack-minded and runs all over the place, not what Davey boy would like to see.
Ashley Roberts
47 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:06:14
47 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:06:14
The swap deal on paper appears good for the blues but this all depends on the end product and it seems Johnson stunk the place out at Palace while there. Hence the swap deal.
I feel for McNeil because he is a quality player with a sweet left foot but he just lacks that pace that all wingers need. I remember McNeil scoring a great goal against Ipswich in the penultimate game at Goodison. So hopefully Johnson's pace will be better suited moving forward.
I also do not see Grealish coming back anytime soon. He is not match fit has had no pre-season training. It will take him a couple of months to get up to speed and so it does not make sense to sign him on loan at the moment.
I feel for McNeil because he is a quality player with a sweet left foot but he just lacks that pace that all wingers need. I remember McNeil scoring a great goal against Ipswich in the penultimate game at Goodison. So hopefully Johnson's pace will be better suited moving forward.
I also do not see Grealish coming back anytime soon. He is not match fit has had no pre-season training. It will take him a couple of months to get up to speed and so it does not make sense to sign him on loan at the moment.
Mike Corcoran
48 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:07:45
48 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:07:45
Raymond 45 - I appreciate they averaged nearly a goal every 180 mins between them but their ability, control, strength and passing is absolutely terrible.
Makes the rest of the team look terrible.
Makes the rest of the team look terrible.
Raymond Fox
49 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:20:45
49 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:20:45
Mike, they still put the ball in the net 17 times between them and that is what they are paid for.
Jeff Armstrong
50 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:22:19
50 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:22:19
Sesko is possibly available from Man Utd.
If Ndiayie is determined to go, a straight swap for Sesko would be a massive upgrade on our current two.
If Ndiayie is determined to go, a straight swap for Sesko would be a massive upgrade on our current two.
Mike Hayes
51 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:29:29
51 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:29:29
Talking about players stinking the gaff out -- we've got four who did it quite regularly last season: Keane, Tarkowski, Beto and Barry.
Fingers crossed this deal is done and he finds his Forest/Spurs form... 💙
Fingers crossed this deal is done and he finds his Forest/Spurs form... 💙
James Marshall
52 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:36:48
52 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:36:48
I said last week, there's no way this will ever happen. I also never get football scores right. It seems that, despite being in my 50s, I know absolutely fuck all about football.
I've always quite liked Brennan Johnson. Maybe I'm wrong about that too.
I've always quite liked Brennan Johnson. Maybe I'm wrong about that too.
Keith Harrison
53 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:41:37
53 Posted 10/08/2026 at 13:41:37
Jimi (52) every days' a school day.
Keep on Rockin'!
Keep on Rockin'!
James Newcombe
54 Posted 10/08/2026 at 14:05:17
54 Posted 10/08/2026 at 14:05:17
I'm hearing this deal is off after Megan McNeil muttered something about ‘last time' and headbutted the Crystal Palace sporting director.
More news as I get it.
More news as I get it.
Keith Harrison
55 Posted 10/08/2026 at 14:10:30
55 Posted 10/08/2026 at 14:10:30
James (54).
Old school mate from Fleccy???
Old school mate from Fleccy???
Si Cooper
56 Posted 10/08/2026 at 14:31:30
56 Posted 10/08/2026 at 14:31:30
Ryan (33) - that couldn’t be termed a straight swap though, could it?
Sean (40) - what are the additional attributes JG needs to make him a ‘natural’ full-back? I thought the main argument against playing him there was that he was required to play in midfield to best benefit the team overall. That is a situation that could change, should the player be happy to permanently move to the flank.
Not saying it’s a definite but it doesn’t seem the most ridiculous option to think about.
Sean (40) - what are the additional attributes JG needs to make him a ‘natural’ full-back? I thought the main argument against playing him there was that he was required to play in midfield to best benefit the team overall. That is a situation that could change, should the player be happy to permanently move to the flank.
Not saying it’s a definite but it doesn’t seem the most ridiculous option to think about.
Jay Lewis
57 Posted 10/08/2026 at 15:01:41
57 Posted 10/08/2026 at 15:01:41
James @54
I've heard it's back on after Megan Pickford kicked off saying there's too many Megans at the club and she's England's chief WAG now so her word is final!
I've heard it's back on after Megan Pickford kicked off saying there's too many Megans at the club and she's England's chief WAG now so her word is final!
Paul Kossoff
58 Posted 10/08/2026 at 15:29:10
58 Posted 10/08/2026 at 15:29:10
Can he play right full back? No. Is he a striker? No. Do we need another winger? No.
Is he any good? Not really, blows hot and cold... Palace got shafted thinking he's the bees knees, he's not. I actually think I would rather keep McNeil, you know what you get with him.
It's like swapping Beto for Delap, I would rather keep Beto. Stick or twist? I think I would rather stick, thanks.
Next!!!
Is he any good? Not really, blows hot and cold... Palace got shafted thinking he's the bees knees, he's not. I actually think I would rather keep McNeil, you know what you get with him.
It's like swapping Beto for Delap, I would rather keep Beto. Stick or twist? I think I would rather stick, thanks.
Next!!!
Rocco Bugaj
59 Posted 10/08/2026 at 15:31:20
59 Posted 10/08/2026 at 15:31:20
Minik @35,
Dele Alli had massive mental health issues.
That's a different story than with Johnson.
Dele Alli had massive mental health issues.
That's a different story than with Johnson.
James Marshall
60 Posted 10/08/2026 at 15:35:17
60 Posted 10/08/2026 at 15:35:17
Brennan Johnson has something we've lacked for years -- pace. He scored 18 goals for Spurs a couple of years ago, let's not forget that.
I've seen milk turn quicker than McNeil... so, if nothing else, we've addressed that issue.
I've seen milk turn quicker than McNeil... so, if nothing else, we've addressed that issue.
Dale Self
61 Posted 10/08/2026 at 15:53:29
61 Posted 10/08/2026 at 15:53:29
I agree with James. Without Jack coming back, we need pace and ability on the ball. If Ndiaye struggles then George and Johnson will be needed. All three could get us back into matches.
There could a personality issue but, at 25, he may sort it out and get on with a career now. I say it is worth the risk given we don't have a roster that is fully settled. This is a risk you take when comfortably lower table is your place.
There could a personality issue but, at 25, he may sort it out and get on with a career now. I say it is worth the risk given we don't have a roster that is fully settled. This is a risk you take when comfortably lower table is your place.
Andy Meighan
62 Posted 10/08/2026 at 16:22:23
62 Posted 10/08/2026 at 16:22:23
James @60, spot on.
As for Paul @58, do you really believe McNeil is as good or better than Johnson? Because, believe me, every Evertonian I've spoken to -- and I know a few -- are more than happy with this deal.
Yes, Johnson may have lost his way at Spurs then Palace... but I'm certain he will perform for us given a run of games.
As for Paul @58, do you really believe McNeil is as good or better than Johnson? Because, believe me, every Evertonian I've spoken to -- and I know a few -- are more than happy with this deal.
Yes, Johnson may have lost his way at Spurs then Palace... but I'm certain he will perform for us given a run of games.
John Charles
63 Posted 10/08/2026 at 16:26:46
63 Posted 10/08/2026 at 16:26:46
Good piece of business. Pace and has proven he can score.
Massive upgrade not only on McNeil but all the other non-scoring wingers we have.
Massive upgrade not only on McNeil but all the other non-scoring wingers we have.
Steve Brown
64 Posted 10/08/2026 at 16:27:30
64 Posted 10/08/2026 at 16:27:30
Brennan has struggled for form at 2 clubs for 12 months, but McNeil's contract situation means the swap is worth the bet. He has pace which we have lacked on the flanks for a long time.
What is disappointing is that it probably means that either Ndiaye will be sold, or we won't sign Grealish.
What is disappointing is that it probably means that either Ndiaye will be sold, or we won't sign Grealish.
David West
65 Posted 10/08/2026 at 18:06:09
65 Posted 10/08/2026 at 18:06:09
I thought this was too good to be true.
Good move, adds pace, and he will run in behind too.
Maybe it means Grealish won't come back, but I'd rather keep Ndiaye if it was a choice.
Let's hope he's not been brought to play right-back!
Good move, adds pace, and he will run in behind too.
Maybe it means Grealish won't come back, but I'd rather keep Ndiaye if it was a choice.
Let's hope he's not been brought to play right-back!
Sean Herbert
66 Posted 10/08/2026 at 19:13:53
66 Posted 10/08/2026 at 19:13:53
SI @ 56, the last interview I saw with Garner, he openly stated that he considered himself more a midfielder, than a defender. He did say he was happy to fill in at right-back though.
But, as he has spent most of his career in midfield, I don't consider him to be a natural full-back. Though Ian Snodin proved it can work.
Personally, I would prefer us to sign a player who plays the full-back position permanently, not a player converted into a full-back.
But, as he has spent most of his career in midfield, I don't consider him to be a natural full-back. Though Ian Snodin proved it can work.
Personally, I would prefer us to sign a player who plays the full-back position permanently, not a player converted into a full-back.
Paul Griffiths
67 Posted 10/08/2026 at 21:49:48
67 Posted 10/08/2026 at 21:49:48
Ryan Holroyd (33): erm, no. Try again.
Paul K (58): that might be one of the longest posts with everything in it wrong that I have ever read on here mate!
Hand's up, who would rather keep McNeil than swap him for Johnson?
Paul K (58): that might be one of the longest posts with everything in it wrong that I have ever read on here mate!
Hand's up, who would rather keep McNeil than swap him for Johnson?
Josh Horne
68 Posted 10/08/2026 at 21:57:10
68 Posted 10/08/2026 at 21:57:10
I'd far sooner have Ndiaye than either of them.
Off the bench, Johnson might have greater impact than McNeil but I fear that is not the plan at all.
Off the bench, Johnson might have greater impact than McNeil but I fear that is not the plan at all.
Mark Taylor
69 Posted 10/08/2026 at 23:12:46
69 Posted 10/08/2026 at 23:12:46
That is good business, no question. We get pace and a goal threat. Ndiaye for White would also be good business provided we also get enough cash to buy a replacement winger for him, preferably an undiscovered gem from Europe of S America.
Use what remains of the transfer budget to buy a decent left back. Spence at £30m looks like a steal. We also need another CB and a striker but that really would take some great recruitment wheeler dealing in this window and I'm not greedy. Maybe the two bollards can score if we give them some more chances..
Use what remains of the transfer budget to buy a decent left back. Spence at £30m looks like a steal. We also need another CB and a striker but that really would take some great recruitment wheeler dealing in this window and I'm not greedy. Maybe the two bollards can score if we give them some more chances..
Jay Lewis
70 Posted 10/08/2026 at 23:18:27
70 Posted 10/08/2026 at 23:18:27
Josh, I already want Ndiaye to fuck off, he obviously doesn't want to be here. Let's get as much money as we can for him. Everton obviously hasn't touched him and he doesn't understand what that means.
I think Richarlison is the last player to actually understand that statement and I think he would have loved to stay if he could have.
I think Richarlison is the last player to actually understand that statement and I think he would have loved to stay if he could have.
Paul Kossoff
71 Posted 10/08/2026 at 23:56:13
71 Posted 10/08/2026 at 23:56:13
Pierre Sage, the new Palace manager, who has never played or managed in the UK and probably never heard of McNeil, has a long standing interest in Dwight McNeil. Why?
Who exactly is signing Dwight McNeil, and not for his ability. No, something doesn't quite fit with this swap deal. Crystal Palace are £122M in debt and they swap a £35M player for one that has a year on his contract???
Nope, I ain't buying it... unlike Palace, who obviously are.
Who exactly is signing Dwight McNeil, and not for his ability. No, something doesn't quite fit with this swap deal. Crystal Palace are £122M in debt and they swap a £35M player for one that has a year on his contract???
Nope, I ain't buying it... unlike Palace, who obviously are.
Paul Kossoff
72 Posted 10/08/2026 at 00:07:22
72 Posted 10/08/2026 at 00:07:22
Mark 69. "provided we also get enough cash to buy a replacement winger for him"
How many bloody wingers do you want? Only two wings, you know... not four or six!
How many bloody wingers do you want? Only two wings, you know... not four or six!
Mark Ryan
73 Posted 11/08/2026 at 10:14:07
73 Posted 11/08/2026 at 10:14:07
Credit where credit is due. Well done to the person at Everton who got this transfer done.
A great bit of business. A solid signing this one.
A great bit of business. A solid signing this one.
Bob Kerr
74 Posted 11/08/2026 at 17:39:24
74 Posted 11/08/2026 at 17:39:24
Mark Taylor @ 69. Djed Spence (unfortunately) on his way to Inter Milan at a quite reasonable £25.6m (€30m).
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1 Posted 10/08/2026 at 09:07:23
What are the Crystal Palace hierarchy up to?