Everton can take advantage of Ethan Nwaneri situation as Arsenal path looks increasingly unclear

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Credit: Imago Thu 28 May 2026 16:45, UK Everton were linked with Arsenal youngster Ethan Nwaneri in January and could well have another chance to sign him this summer. The 19-year-old ultimately went to Marseille on loan in January and had started well, scoring on his debut in Ligue 1.But Roberto De Zerbi’s February exit spelt bad news for the England youth international, and his replacement, Habib Beye, was reluctant to utilise the midfielder.Nwaneri ultimately ended the season on the bench for the last four consecutive games, while the rest of his teammates at Arsenal won the Premier League.Everton transfer chiefs will have been paying close attention to the situation at the Emirates Stadium, which is beginning to look increasingly unclear for the talent. 💸 Everton Transfer News 💸 Get the latest recruitment inside track from the Hill Dickinson Stadium: exclusive updates on the pursuit of Liam Delap, the Friedkin Group’s summer budget, and Jack Grealish’s permanent future.

VISIT THE EVERTON TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Ethan Nwaneri faces competition at ArsenalNwaneri signed a new contract at Arsenal last summer, tying him down until 2030 after a brilliant breakout season. Nwaneri will hope opportunities are still there at Arsenal next season, but the emergence of Max Dowman has created yet another issue.

The youngest ever goalscorer in the Premier League. pic.twitter.com/UDBPUOWThk— Arsenal (@Arsenal) March 14, 2026 Links to Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers have only further clouded Nwaneri’s path back to the first team at Arsenal, with a summer exit now looking increasingly likely.Everton could be the right move for NwaneriNwaneri may be exactly what Everton have been looking for. However, Arsenal’s stance remains unclear.