Jordan Pickford 'tempted' to quit Everton as Bayern move lined up
Jordan Pickford will be tempted to quit Everton if he receives a formal offer from Bayern Munich amid their growing interest.
The 32-year-old has been a mainstay at the Hill Dickinson Stadium since his move from Sunderland in 2017, having missed just 11 Premier League games in that period.
He is believed to be happy under David Moyes and remains a crucial part of the side, but will find it difficult to turn down interest from one of the world's biggest clubs.
Former Man United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that Pickford will be interested in the possibility of going to Bayern Munich and winning trophies.
While he is unlikely to push for a move away from Everton in the near future, the England goalkeeper could explore the possibility despite his side's reluctance to let him go.
Pickford's current contract at Everton is set to run until 2029, placing the club in a strong position to dictate his future if Bayern do step up their interest next summer.
What is the next step for Jordan Pickford?
Former Everton CEO Keith Wyness told Football Insider that Pickford is in danger of losing his England place due to the emergence of Leeds star James Trafford.
The shot-stopper has been England's number one for almost a decade, but amid doubts about his future at international level, he may seek success in his club career.
Bayern Munich would be able to promise the prospect of winning trophies, and as seen with other Premier League stars, it can be hard to turn down the Bundesliga champions.
"It's not a surprise a club like Bayern Munich are looking at Jordan Pickford," Brown told Football Insider.
"He's a very good goalkeeper and he's done an outstanding job both for Everton and for England for a number of years now, so he's going to have a long list of admirers.
"Everton obviously won't want to lose him, but I must admit, it could be very difficult for Pickford to turn down a move to Bayern Munich.
"At this stage of his career, the opportunity to go over to Germany where he is guaranteed to win trophies and silverware will be something he is interested in.
"I expect he will be tempted if they come forward with an offer, obviously it would have to be agreed with Everton first, but from the player's point of view I can understand it."
How do Everton feel about losing Pickford?
Despite speculation that Pickford could be tempted by an offer from Bayern Munich, his future will be dictated by Everton and their stance over his potential exit.
The England goalkeeper has been a crucial player for Everton for almost a decade, and remains a key part of Moyes' plans for the long-term future.
Brown told Football Insider back in March that Everton would block any moves for Pickford that arrived during the summer window as they had no intention of seeing him leave.
That came amid links with the likes of Chelsea and Tottenham, but having remained at Everton into the new season, his list of high-profile suitors is growing.
The Toffees, though, have no plans to entertain speculation about the goalkeeper's future and view him as a crucial player both now an into the future.