Everton consider Balogun move if Ndiaye departs before deadline
6 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 3:58 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Everton is exploring the option of signing USMNT forward Folarin Balogun ahead of the upcoming transfer deadline on Tuesday. The club's interest in Balogun may hinge on potential movement regarding current player Ismaila Ndiaye. Sources indicate that the club's strategy could change depending on Ndiaye's status, opening the door for Balogun's acquisition if a deal materializes.
- •Everton targets Folarin Balogun for transfer this week.
- •Interest depends on Ismaila Ndiaye's potential departure.
- •Transfer deadline is set for Tuesday.
- 4:40 PMESPN Soccer — Monaco seek Balogun move despite Everton fail
- 3:32 AMESPN — Reports: Balogun walks away from Everton move
- 11:33 PMYahoo Sports — How USMNT star Folarin Balogun's Everton transfer sensationally collapsed after medical tests and walkout
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Everton linked with Folarin Balogun: Is this a good move for USA star?
- 3:50 PMESPN Soccer — Sources: Everton eye Balogun if Ndiaye moves
"Folarin Balogun could be forced to consider a move to a Turkey or Saudi Pro League club this week after Monaco said they are still looking to offload the contract of the USMNT forward following the collapse of his $45 million transfer to Everton.
"Everything seemed all set for USMNT star Folarin Balogun to embark on a triumphant return to the Premier League, but the deal faced late difficulties and collapsed, having a major ripple effect on the rest of the transfer market.
"Folarin Balogun pulled out of a move to Everton from AS Monaco after an on-again, off-again day ended without the United States striker making a transfer to the Premier League, according to multiple reports.
Sources
External links- ESPN SoccerSep 2, 2026, 4:40 PMMonaco seek Balogun move despite Everton fail
Folarin Balogun could be forced to consider a move to a Turkey or Saudi Pro League club this week after Monaco said they are still looking to offload the contract of the USMNT forward following the collapse of his $45 million transfer to Everton.
- ESPNSep 2, 2026, 3:32 AMReports: Balogun walks away from Everton move
Folarin Balogun pulled out of a move to Everton from AS Monaco after an on-again, off-again day ended without the United States striker making a transfer to the Premier League, according to multiple reports.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 11:33 PMHow USMNT star Folarin Balogun's Everton transfer sensationally collapsed after medical tests and walkout
Everything seemed all set for USMNT star Folarin Balogun to embark on a triumphant return to the Premier League, but the deal faced late difficulties and collapsed, having a major ripple effect on the rest of the transfer market.
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 10:06 AMEverton linked with Folarin Balogun: Is this a good move for USA star?
Multiple reports say Everton are going to make a late move for Balogun in the transfer window.
- ESPN SoccerAug 30, 2026, 3:50 PMSources: Everton eye Balogun if Ndiaye moves
Everton are considering a move for USMNT forward Folarin Balogun ahead of Tuesday's transfer deadline, sources have told ESPN.
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