Everton will not spend big on signings in the winter transfer window, but they are expected to negotiate the buyout fee for Jack Grealish with Manchester City.
Reports indicate that Everton are set to hold talks with Man City over Grealish’s buyout fee during the winter window, and the player himself is eager to join Everton.
Everton’s recruitment team believes that Grealish’s decision to join Everton and the love from the fans may become an important highlight for the club to attract big-name players in the future. “It is he who has blazed a trail for Everton,” a source said.
According to a report this summer, Everton’s contract with Man City includes a £50 million buyout clause, but this is more a result of accounting purposes. Furthermore, Grealish will have only one year left on his contract with Man City next summer, so his valuation will definitely drop further.
In addition, his salary needs to be considered. Grealish’s current annual salary is reported to be £12 million. If Everton continues to commit to this figure, they are likely unable to afford the transfer fee.
