Everton have already conducted plenty of business so far this summer but there could still be more additions to come.
Having acquired two new players in Iliman Ndiaye and Tim Iroegbunam, Sean Dyche has some much-needed dynamism added to his squad. The return of Jack Harrison on loan is also a huge bonus given the experience he possesses and the versatility he offers on either wing. Offering extensions to Idrissa Gueye, Ashley Young and Seamus Coleman also helped maintain the squad size and depth.
Yet, they still need to strengthen at centre-back and in attack and there are plenty of reports of them targeting free agents, loans and players who could cost less due to their contract situations, for example. With that in mind, here’s how Everton’s strongest team could line up if all the rumours are true.
5. LB - Vitaliy Mykolenko
Dependable, solid and consistent, Mykolenko was a key figure for Dyche last season. | AFP via Getty Images
6. CM - Amadou Onana
The Belgian has been a key figure across his two seasons at the club and given that they are not being forced to sell him, he should remain to help usher in a new era. | Getty Images
7. CM - Florentino Luis
The Benfica midfielder has been linked with a move to Everton who have reportedly had a bid rejected in the past. Reports state that a fee of £25m is the minimum the club will consider. He could transform Dyche's midfield if signed. | Getty Images Photo: (Photo by Gualter Fatia/Getty Images)
8. CF - Iliman Ndiaye
The summer signing should bring that added quality and creativity that Dyche has been crying out for. | AFP via Getty Images