Everton evaluates free agent Mauro Icardi to address striker shortage

Everton is exploring the potential acquisition of 33-year-old forward Mauro Icardi following his departure from Galatasaray. The club currently faces a lack of attacking options after the recent transfer window, leaving Thierno Barry as the only recognized senior center-forward in the squad. While Icardi has been offered to the club as a free agent, officials have not initiated advanced contact or submitted a formal offer. Manager David Moyes remains in the market for cover, but Everton is proceeding with caution due to concerns regarding the striker's age, injury history, and wage demands. Any move for the Argentinian remains in the exploratory stage as the club weighs the risk against the need for immediate, experienced depth. No final decision has been reached regarding a contract for the player.

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