Exclusive: Everton's two priority signings revealed with loan-to-buy on the cards
Below is a summary of the full article. Click here for the full version from Football Insider or go back to LFC Live.
Credit: Imago Sat 18 April 2026 13:14, UK Everton will have a limited transfer budget for the upcoming summer window as their accelerate new signing plans, sources have told Football Insider.The Merseyside club are prioritising a new central midfielder and a centre-forward as they begin putting together shortlists for the 2026-27 campaign.However, budget restrictions mean that loan-to-buy deals are more likely than big-money captures.David Moyes’ side are currently fighting for European football this season, and could still achieve Champions League qualification.However, Everton now face a tricky transfer window as they begin preparations for the new campaign. 💸 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 Everton look to bolster squad numbersWith Everton well in the race for European football, as long as they keep up their form, a return is likely next season.Going into game week 33, the Toffees sit eighth in the Premier League, with this spot expected to deliver Conference League football, depending on who wins the FA Cup.Teams who have used the least players in the Premier League this seasonAmount Everton 22Liverpool 23Arsenal 24Fulham 24Leeds United 24Brentford 24Moyes has not used many players this season in the Premier LeagueHowever, with only goal difference separating them and Brentford, Everton could easily push into the Europa League places in the coming weeks.If this is achieved, Everton would likely need to bolster their squad numbers.As it stands, Moyes has only used 22 players in the Premier League this season, the least in the division.Therefore, this will need to increase if they are to stand any chance of balancing their domestic football alongside their European ambitions.Which strikers are Everton linked with?Football Insider has exclusively revealed that Everton are interested in Ivan Toney ahead of the summer transfer window.The former Brentford star is currently at Al-Ahli and has scored 27 goals in 27 matches in the Saudi Pro League this season.Everton are keen to land the 30-year-old as he is a proven goalscorer in the Premier League, having netted 20 times in his last full season in the division.While Al-Ahli have no intentions of letting Toney go in the summer transfer window, the striker remains open to the idea of returning to the English top-flight at this stage of his career.Currently, the England international is contracted at the Saudi side until 2028, and his age has now closed the door on a move to England’s elite clubs.However, it remains to be seen if Everton are able to pull off the deal, given their current transfer budget restrictions heading into the summer window. 🔵 Everton FC Master Hub 🔵 The definitive digital directory for the Toffees.
Track the Friedkin era, Finch Farm fitness updates, and the transition to the New Everton Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock. Injury Hub Out: Jack Grealish (Foot)Doubt: S.
Coleman (Knock) View Injuries Next Manager Hub Boss: David MoyesStatus: Secure (Pushing Europe) Dugout Analysis Finance Hub Revenue: £187m (2023-24)Debt: Restructured/Cleared Boardroom Data