Exclusive: Everton, Crystal Palace and Rangers in race for CL sensation
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Credit: Imago Exclusive: Everton in talks to sign Emmanuel Addai, Crystal Palace and Rangers discussing deal Thu 5 March 2026 17:38, UK Crystal Palace, Everton and Rangers are among a number of clubs eyeing Qarabag FK attacker Emmanuel Addai on a free transfer, sources have told Football Insider.The 24-year-old winger is speaking to several clubs over a potential pre-contract agreement with his current deal set to expire in the summer.Eintracht Frankfurt saw an offer for Addai rejected in the winter transfer window, while Napoli are also keeping tabs on him.Crystal Palace’s and Everton’s transfer plans for Addai have recently been boosted, with intermediary Paul McKay explaining that the 24-year-old’s dream is to play in the Premier League. 🔄 Everton Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Everton boardroom. VISIT THE EVERTON TRANSFER HUBPaul McKay: Emmanuel Addai’s dream is to play in the Premier LeagueAddai’s reputation has grown massively in recent months.
MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES The skilful winger was key to Qarabag reaching the Champions League playoffs and impressed against the likes of Chelsea, Napoli and Ajax.This form has continued domestically, with Addai netting twice in midweek to help Qarabag reach the semi-finals of the Azerbaijani Cup.With the winger tipped to be called up to Ghana’s squad for this summer’s World Cup finals, intermediary McKay, who has the UK mandate for Addai, admits he is speaking to several interested clubs, with a Premier League move favoured.— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) October 1, 2025 “Emmanuel is a fantastic player who has experience of playing in the Champions League and on a free transfer,” McKay told Football Insider.“We are speaking to a few clubs about a potential pre-contract deal.“It is Emmanuel’s dream to play in the Premier League, and he has all the attributes to be a success in the Premier League as he is quick and direct and has an eye for goal.”Who else are Everton targeting this summer transfer window?The club’s former chief Keith Wyness told Football Insider his sources tell him that Everton could sign Liam Delap this summer, as he continues to struggle at Chelsea.The striker has only netted once in the Premier League for the Blues since his move from Ipswich Town last summer, with injuries also affecting his campaign.Everton were linked with the 23-year-old before his move to Stamford Bridge and could now reignite this interest to bolster their firepower.The Toffees are still in the race for European football, and it remains to be seen if qualification will help them secure the additions of Delap and Addai. 🔵 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Everton Insider Access Get the full story from Goodison Park and Finch Farm with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Merseyside.