David Moyes already has one eye on the summer transfer window after successfully guiding Everton to Premier League safety.
The Toffees have endured a three-game winless streak after suffering back-to-back defeats at the hands of Manchester City and Chelsea before drawing with Ipswich on Saturday.
Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Ipswich was particularly disappointing for the Merseyside outfit, as they held a 2-0 lead in their penultimate game at Goodison Park.
Everton will now hope to get the better of Fulham at Craven Cottage on 10 May, while the West London side are still vying for the European places.
Everton want to sign Manchester City star
The Goodison Park outfit have been linked with a move to bring Man City’s John Stones back to Merseyside.
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Graeme Bailey has subsequently told Everton News [8 May] that Moyes is keen on making a swoop for the England defender: “Would David Moyes and Everton like John Stones? The simple answer is yes, but it is not that simple. If he is on the market, they are a club to watch.”
The 30-year-old established himself as one of the Toffees’ best defenders before leaving for Man City back in 2016.
Stones could be a top signing for Everton if he stays fit
Stones has enjoyed a formidable career with Man City, lifting six Premier League titles, the Champions League, two FA Cups, and four Carabao Cups.
Pep Guardiola’s men could be set to win yet another FA Cup this season, despite performing well below their usual standards in the top flight this season.
But courtesy of injury issues, Stones has only been able to make 11 Premier League appearances and six starts this season, although he has been able to notch two goals in the process.
However, there is no doubt that the England international could help Moyes’ men reach a new level if they can acquire his services, and he avoids further injury struggles.
Furthermore, this summer marks the perfect time for Everton to sign a new defender, as the long-serving Michael Keane is set to depart on a free transfer at the end of the season.
Stones would be a significant upgrade on Keane, and could help the Blues enjoy a successful season in their first campaign at Bramley-Moore Dock.
