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Everton's Folarin Balogun Transfer Fails on Deadline Day

Everton's attempt to sign Folarin Balogun failed late on transfer deadline day, leaving the club short on strikers for the upcoming season.

2 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Everton's move for USA forward Folarin Balogun, valued at £40 million, collapsed late on transfer deadline day. The club had been eager to strengthen their strike force after selling Beto to Fiorentina and Iliman Ndiaye to Manchester City to generate funds for the transfer.

Reports indicate that Balogun had undergone a medical examination in England, which ultimately raised concerns regarding the transfer. Following the medical, issues arose that put the transfer in doubt, leading to the deal's failure.

Attempts by Everton to renegotiate the terms of the deal were unsuccessful, as Balogun chose to walk away from the agreement. This decision came after discussions and arrangements had been made between the two parties.

As a consequence of this failed transfer, Everton's manager David Moyes now faces significant challenges, with the squad left with only one striker available for the first half of the season.

The situation has raised questions about the club's overall transfer strategy and ability to secure necessary reinforcements, as the failed transfer underscores deeper issues within the team's roster management.

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