Everton is actively pursuing United States striker Folarin Balogun as they aim to revamp their attack in the final hours of the transfer window. Discussions with Monaco regarding the 25-year-old are underway, following a controversial suspension of his World Cup ban, which was reportedly influenced by former U.S. President Donald Trump advocating for him with FIFA.

Balogun could be a key addition as Beto prepares to leave the club, with Fiorentina showing interest in the 28-year-old forward. Last season, Balogun netted an impressive 19 goals for Monaco but is unlikely to extend his contract with the Ligue Un side.

In addition to Balogun, Everton is exploring separate deals involving Tottenham, potentially bringing Richarlison back to Merseyside four years after his £60m transfer. They are also discussing a move for Iliman Ndiaye to join the London club. Furthermore, Everton is making strides to re-sign Jack Grealish for a second season after his loan last year, with the £100m midfielder deemed surplus to requirements at Manchester City.

Everton is also close to securing Kenny Tete from Fulham to finally address their long-standing need for a right-back, with a fee around £9m expected. However, they opted against selling teenage midfielder Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham Forest, responding to fan backlash. Manager David Moyes indicated his preference to keep Armstrong, while still permitting Beto's departure, who has scored 25 goals in 113 appearances since joining from Udinese for £25m in 2023.