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The Rumour Mill
Speculation, conjecture, whisperings, half-truths and outright nonsense. Disclaimer
Transfer Deadlines: Summer — 11pm Tuesday 1 September 2026; Winter — 11pm Monday 1 February 2027
Why it's the right time to cash in on Tim Iroegbunam
14/08/2026The news about Tim Iroegbunam's possible exit has split Evertonians. In this writer’s view, it’s absolutely the right time to move him on.
Hull City submit formal bid for Everton’s Tim Iroegbunam as newly-promoted Tigers hunt midfield signing
13/08/2026Hull City have made a ‘formal offer’ for Everton midfielder Tim Iroegbunam.
The pros and cons of Daniel Munoz as Everton linked with latest right-back
12/08/2026Another week. Another potential right-back target has been mooted for Everton, with Daniel Munoz the latest in the frame.
Everton 'in talks' with Crystal Palace over McNeil and Johnson swap deal
09/08/2026Everton are reportedly in talks to sign Brennan Johnson as part of a swap deal involving Dwight McNeil.
Johnson and Wan-Bissaka: More names for the Rumour Mill
08/08/2026Two more names that have been added to those already doing the rounds in the Rumour Mill
“Everton wouldn’t be the worst shout for him” — Troy Parrott backed for Premier League move
05/08/2026Former Republic of Ireland international Shay Given has backed Troy Parrott for a move to Everton.
Potential Iliman Ndiaye replacements as Everton exit talk continues
04/08/2026Six possible replacements for Iliman Ndiaye, as the winger open to an Everton exit.
There might be interest in signing Yilmaz... and there might not
02/08/2026Who's next? — is the anguished cry of weary yet unsatiated observers.
Do Johnston links suggest Everton's right-back delay has cost them?
31/07/2026Alistair Johnston might not be the ideal choice, but Everton are perhaps not in a position to fill the right-back role with their ideal choice.
Stick or twist? Leipzig reportedly revive Dibling interest as Germans seek Diomande replacement
31/07/2026Tyler Dibling has been named on a five-player shortlist to replace Yan Diomande at RB Leipzig.
Eddie Howe is Free — But are we ready for the Boyhood Blue?
30/07/2026The news broke across the footballing world like a thunderbolt yesterday: Eddie Howe has stepped down as manager of Newcastle United.
Everton set to fill right-back void with a mega bid for Alistair Johnston
30/07/2026The Scottish press have Everton linked with a £10M+ swoop for Celtic’s Canadian right-back, Alistair Johnston
Man City leave Jack Grealish out of Asia tour squad as winger’s future remains uncertain
29/07/2026Former Everton loanee Jack Grealish has not been included in the Manchester City squad for the club's upcoming pre-season tour of Asia.
John Stones could be heading for a spell in Italy
28/07/2026John Stones is in negotiations with Inter Milan following his departure from Manchester City this summer
Romano stokes Everton exit rumours for Ndiaye as Al-Hilal 'open talks' over a deal
27/07/2026Al-Hilal are interested in signing Iliman Ndiaye and have 'opened talks' over a potential deal to sign the Everton winger.
“We will see what happens” — Maresca tight-lipped on 'good guy' Grealish’s City future
24/07/2026Enzo Maresca has praised Jack Grealish but refused to give assurances over his future at Manchester City.
Difficult summers for both of TFG's flagship clubs
24/07/2026Questions will no doubt be asked of TFG by fans of Everton and Roma if transfer activity does not arrive.
Krepin Diatta - An obvious option that Everton are missing?
23/07/2026As a free agent, with Everton’s Senegalese links and the need for two right-backs this summer, is Krepin Diatta not worth exploring?
Is Pape Gueye the signing to complete Everton’s midfield?
22/07/2026Everton are reportedly nearing an agreement to sign Pape Gueye from Villarreal. Is he the midfielder the Toffees need?
One month out — Everton's transfer clock is ticking
22/07/2026With one month to go until the season starts, Everton need to make progress on the transfer front.
Patterson sale right for everyone, even if Everton don't have a right-back
22/07/2026Everton's decision to sell Nathan Patterson is right, despite the ongoing right-back saga.
Bristol Rovers teenager Ollie Dewsbury trains with Everton
21/07/2026Highly rated Bristol Rovers forward Ollie Dewsbury is at Finch Farm for a week-long trial.
Everton’s Nathan Patterson targeted by Eintracht Frankfurt amid contract countdown
20/07/2026Eintracht Frankfurt are reportedly pursuing a deal to sign Nathan Patterson from Everton.
Ripple effect: Everton could face Ndiaye dilemma after record Rogers deal
20/07/2026Morgan Rogers's record-breaking move to Chelsea could have a ripple effect for Everton.
Everton shouldn't regret selling Chermiti
17/07/2026Everton should not regret selling Youssef Chermiti despite talk of a high-profile summer transfer
No Bowen reunion for Moyes as winger signs new West Ham deal
17/07/2026Jarrod Bowen will not be reuniting with David Moyes at Everton
Everton to get our very own Argentine destroyer?
16/07/2026The latest name being confidently linked to Everton again is that of Santiago Castro.
Could Rico Lewis be the right-back Everton need?
16/07/2026Everton clearly want a right-back. Lewis, in my view, is an ideal fit.
Jack Grealish: Should there really be a debate?
14/07/2026There shouldn't really be any debate over whether it’s a good idea to bring Jack Grealish back, if the price is right.
Gana Gueye uncertainty cannot impact Everton's midfield transfer plans
14/07/2026Everton need to act decisively when it comes to Idrissa Gana Gueye’s future.
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