Everton accelerate Hayden Hackney deal as midfielder sale talks held
Hayden Hackney may finally see Everton match his valuation at Middlesbrough as the prospect of a summer transfer increases.
Sources have told Football Insider that Boro want over £20million for their academy graduate amid concrete interest from the Toffees this summer.
The Blues are not the only team in the race for the 23-year-old English midfielder, who is attracting interest from multiple Premier League club.
Tim Iroegbunam's exit from the Hill Dickinson Stadium could open the door for David Moyes to finally get a deal over the line for Hackney.
The former Aston Villa ace's future at the Merseyside outfit is up in the air after struggling to get regular starts during the 2025-26 campaign.
With Everton looking to get £20m from the 22-year-old midfielder's sale, he may be the catalyst to accelerate a deal for the Boro star in the coming days.
This comes amid a backdrop of discussions with Premier League new boys.
Hull City's Tim Iroegbunam transfer hits hurdle
Hull City have expressed genuine interest in Iroegbunam but talks over an agreement have hit some stumbling blocks.
A potential deal for the Englishman at MKM Stadium looks unlikely now, despite positive talks with the Hill Dickinson Stadium hierarchy, according to BBC Humberside journalist Mike Brown.
A split has emerged within the Tigers' management over a move for the Merseyside outfit's youngster and it looks like they have decided against paying around £20m for him.
The Blues have set their price for the midfielder and his situation will be one to keep an eye on in L3.
Speaking on BBC Sounds on 24 June about Iroegbunam, White said, "Valued at around £20m. Hull City were targeting him. I'm getting a sense that there are some within the club who want him, some don't. And obviously, there's a lot of back and forth in that.
"Whether that's because of the fee or something else, that bit is not really clear. From what I understand, they were close to agreeing a deal. But that might not happen now."
Everton make move in latest summer transfer update
Sources told Football Insider on 24 June that Everton have made contact with West Ham United to sign Jarrod Bowen, who wants to continue playing in the Premier League.
The Hammers' relegation to the Championship has been a massive blow and it wouldn't be surprising to see a major exodus from London Stadium in the coming weeks.
Moyes has publicly urged for more spending at Hill Dickinson Stadium this summer after a disappointing end to the season, and Bowen would certainly add much-needed quality to the Toffees' squad.