A big summer of transfers lies ahead for Everton who showed their defensive solidity throughout the campaign.
Everton are still keen to bolster their backline, but the focus will be placed on adding goals and creativity to their attacking positions in the market.
Finding consistency proved a real issue for the Blues throughout the campaign when it came to scoring goals and that will have to be addressed this summer.
Ahead of the move to the new stadium, the Friedkins are keen to land a statement signing for Everton.
Fortunately for the Everton owners, one of their high quality targets has now given the green light over a potential move to the Premier League.
In what would be one of the signings of the summer, Everton are keen to land Rayan Cherki from Lyon to add some real flair to their side.
This is a player who is on the lips of the top clubs across Europe heading into the market.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Cherki has now given the green light to a possible Premier League move.
“Today, we add Rayan Cherki to Manchester City’s options. A player appreciated by Manchester City, a player who is on the list. Cherki is an option,” said Romano.
“There are more clubs interested and the player is open to the move to England. For sure, Cherki is a strong possibility with the player leaving Lyon in the summer transfer window.”
Manchester City will rival Everton for Cherki and there are other interested clubs who can offer him Champions League football.
However, it is a player Everton remain informed on and could look to cause a major upset.
Moyes has wanted to sign a winger since January and Cherki is a player who would certainly get fans off their seats.
Much like with Iliman Ndiaye, Everton could raid Ligue 1 of a real star and allow him to flourish in the Premier League.
The 62-year-old Everton manager has allowed Jack Harrison and Jesper Lindstrom to depart over recent days.
Talent scout Jacek Kulig has praised Cherki as a ‘magician’ having provided a return of 32 goal contributions across all competitions this season.
Replacing them with Cherki would be a huge upgrade following a successful campaign for the 21-year-old with Lyon.
