Everton are reportedly interested in signing Moroccan international Amir Richardson from Ligue 1 club Stade de Reims this summer.
According to L’Equipe, Everton are keen on signing Amir Richardson. Ligue 1 club Stade de Reims value the 22-year-old midfielder at €8 million. However, Everton are unwilling to meet the asking price.
The Reims midfielder is highly rated in French football, and he has a bright future ahead of himself. He could develop into a key player for Everton, and it will be interesting to see if the Toffees can get the deal done.
The young midfielder is valued at €10 million, and he has a contract with the Ligue 1 club until 2027. He could develop into a key player for Everton and justify the investment. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.
It is no secret that Everton need to improve their midfield options, and Richardson should prove to be a quality addition. The 22-year-old central midfielder has proven himself in Ligue 1, and he has the technical attributes to do well in the Premier League as well.
He is capable of operating as a central midfielder as well as a defensive midfielder. The Moroccan international will add defensive cover, creativity and control to the side from the deep.
The reported €8 million asking price seems quite reasonable for a player of his talent and potential. It will be interesting to see if Everton eventually decide to pay up for him. However, the Toffees have other midfielders on their radar, including Matt O’Riley.
Everton need quality additions this summer
Everton have been fighting relegation in recent seasons, and they will hope to do well in the coming years. Sean Dyche will hope to guide them to our respective finish in the upcoming season, and Everton need quality players in order for that to happen. Signing a quality central midfielder will certainly help them improve, and it remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done.
The opportunity to move to the Premier League will be quite attractive for Richardson, and he will look to prove himself in English football. It would be a major step up in his career. If he manages to impress at Everton next season, he will have plenty of opportunities to join bigger clubs in the near future.
