Talks are underway between Everton and Manchester United over the transfer of James Garner.
Everton appear to have genuine interest in United’s academy graduate, who impressed on loan at Nottingham Forest in their successful push for promotion.
According to The Athletic, Everton have begun talks to sign Garner, but they will face competition from Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur and Leicester City if they are to make any progress on a deal.
Leicester City’s interest would be dependent on outgoings, with United believed to want around £14 million for his signature
Patrick Boyland reports: “Garner appears to be out of United manager Erik ten Hag’s plans for the 2022-23 season, and the Merseyside club have stepped up their interest in the player ahead of the September 1 deadline.”
Why Everton are keen to sign James Garner
Frank Lampard has already signed Amadou Onana in midfield following Fabian Delph’s exit, but it is now thought that the Everton manager wants to bring Garner to Goodison Park since he stands little chance of breaking into the Manchester United line-up this season.
Moreover, Deli Alli is close to joining Turkish side Besiktas.
United could loan Garner out, however, it sounds like they might be trying to raise funds for other transfers by selling him this summer. I don’t think any of us expected that after seeing the 21-year-old perform at such a high standard in the Championship last season.
There’s part of me that wants Garner to stay or go out on loan because I can think of other midfielders at the club that I’d rather show the door to first.
Let us know in the comments section if you think United would be making the right decision by cashing in on Garner now.