Folarin Balogun fails medical examination at Everton after transfer deal agreement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 7:42 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

The proposed transfer of Folarin Balogun from AS Monaco to Everton is in jeopardy following a failed medical examination. Although both clubs reached a full agreement regarding the transfer fee, the USMNT international striker did not pass the mandatory health screening at Finch Farm. Everton officials are now evaluating whether the results indicate a minor fitness issue related to his recent FIFA World Cup participation or a more serious underlying condition. The Premier League club is exercising caution regarding new signings, particularly following a negative injury update on Christian Norgaard provided by David Moyes. Everton management is now determining the next steps for the potential acquisition and reviewing their current roster strategy regarding players like Iliman Ndiaye. Further developments are expected as the club decides whether to proceed with the transaction.
- •Folarin Balogun failed his medical examination at Finch Farm.
- •AS Monaco and Everton previously reached a full agreement on the transfer fee.
- •Everton is currently assessing if the failed test relates to World Cup fatigue.
- •The club is currently managing a negative injury status for Christian Norgaard.
- 7:42 PMYahoo Sports — Folarin Balogun transfer to Everton in jeopardy after failed medical
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