Everton told to complete ‘cheap’ Daniel Podence signing after source’s reveal – pundit
Noel Whelan has claimed Everton could seal a deal for Wolves star Daniel Podence “on the cheap” as they search for attacking reinforcements.
The former Leeds striker, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, suggested the 27-year-old’s three years of Premier League experience makes him an attractive proposition.
Football Insider revealed on Wednesday (26 October) that Everton are interested in signing Wolves star Podence as his agent, Jorge Mendes, looks to find the attacker a new club.
His contract at Molineux is set to expire in the summer of 2024.
Podence has started 10 of Wolves’ 12 Premier League matches this season and has scored twice as the Midlands club languish in the bottom three.
He joined from Olympiakos for a reported fee of almost £17million in January 2020 and has gone on to notch 12 goals and eight assists.
Whelan claimed the signing of Podence would force players like Dwight McNeil and Demarai Gray to “raise their game”.
He told Football Insider’s Ewan Kingsbury: “When I’ve watched him I’ve really liked his pace and his direct style.
“He can play on the left and play up front – and he can come up with assists and goals.
“I think Everton can get him on the cheap, too, with his contract situation.
“He’s been in the Premier League three years, knows the demands, and can offer Everton something different out on the field.
“It’s a wise move. It will be well within the budget for Everton and freshen up that dressing room, as well as raise the game of other players in his position.”
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