Everton had a busy Friday afternoon as they prepared for their final pre-season friendly against Roma. The team trained at Goodison Park, gearing up for the upcoming match. There was also news about a potential takeover bid by John Textor after The Friedkin Group’s withdrawal last month.
Despite the takeover uncertainties, Everton has been active in the transfer market, making positive additions with four new signings. Two of these new players, Jesper Lindstrom and Jake O’Brien, have already made an impact by scoring on their debuts.
During the training session at Goodison Park, there was good news about midfielder Dele Alli. The Liverpool Echo reported that Dele was back in full training with the squad. Although he is currently out of contract, Everton may be considering offering him an extension after discussions with Tottenham Hotspur.
However, it seems that the agreement between Tottenham and Everton for Dele’s new contract has not been finalized. Dele has not played in the pre-season games as he focuses on improving his fitness. With the new season approaching, there are still uncertainties about Dele’s future at Everton.
With the recent sale of Amadou Onana, Everton may need another midfielder, but Dele may not be a direct replacement for the Belgian. The team is reportedly interested in striking a deal for Kalvin Phillips this summer to strengthen their midfield options.