Everton are reportedly keen on signing Minnesota United striker Kelvin Yeboah, as per Football Insider.
After moving to the MLS from Genoa in 2024, the 26-year-old showed glimpses of his goal-scoring prowess immediately, making 11 goal contributions in 12 appearances.
However, he displayed average performances last term. This season, he has performed promisingly, scoring 18 goals and registering four assists in 37 matches across all competitions.
Now, Football Insider report that after being impressed by Yeboah, Everton are keen on signing him, with the player dreaming of playing in the Premier League.
However, the Toffees will have to overcome stiff competition to seal the deal as Crystal Palace and Ipswich Town are also in this race. The Eagles are planning to upgrade the attack after enduring a disappointing start this season.
Yeboah is valued at around £6m by Transfermarkt and has a contract until December 2027. Therefore, his potential suitors should be able to purchase him at a bargain price.
The Italian is a 6ft 1in tall right-footed striker. He is quick, strong, can take penalties, and is efficient in linking up the play.
Yeboah to Everton
Despite selling Beto last summer, Everton failed to purchase a new striker. They came close to buying Folarin Balogun on deadline day, but the move ultimately fell through.
Therefore, David Moyes currently has Thierno Barry as the only specialist striker. He has enjoyed a productive start this season, scoring 10 goals and registering three assists in 13 appearances across all competitions.
Moreover, the 24-year-old has been helping his side mount a top four charge, sitting just two points behind fourth-placed Liverpool. So, Everton could do with signing a new striker to support Barry.
Yeboah has shown glimpses of his qualities in the MLS in recent years and is currently at the prime stage of his career. Therefore, he might be a shrewd acquisition for Everton should they purchase him.
However, it is going to be interesting to see whether the Merseyside club eventually make a concrete approach to secure the Italian’s services in January or next summer.
Meanwhile, Everton have entered the November international break with a 3-1 victory over Coventry City in the Premier League.
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