Everton targets €40m Pape Gueye from Villarreal for midfield boost
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Everton is pursuing Villarreal midfielder Pape Gueye, aiming to strengthen their squad after signing Hayden Hackney. The Senegal international, valued at €40m, is seeking a move to England and has initiated language lessons. Villarreal, in need of funds, views Gueye as a key asset for sale. Although informal discussions have begun, Everton has yet to present a formal offer, indicating potential negotiations ahead. The recruitment focus centers on Gueye’s ability to add physicality and tactical flexibility to Everton's midfield.
- •Everton aims to strengthen midfield with Pape Gueye.
- •Gueye valued at €40m, Villarreal seeks major sale.
- •Informal talks have commenced, no formal offer yet.
- •Gueye is learning English to facilitate transition.
- •He offers tactical flexibility and a physical presence.
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"Everton are shopping in Spain. Fresh off landing Middlesbrough’s Hayden Hackney last week, the recruitment team at Goodison Park have already lined up their next target. According to Spanish broadca...
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