Sorba Thomas can seal Everton transfer with starring role in Wales win vs Bosnia
Sorba Thomas can show Everton that he has what it takes to play at the top level with a fine performance for Wales in their World Cup playoff match vs Bosnia & Herzegovina.
According to a recent report from the Daily Mail, Everton are keeping tabs on the Stoke City forward as they eye a bargain transfer in the summer transfer window.
Thomas has registered 10 goals and nine assists in 38 Championship games for the Potters this season since a summer move from Huddersfield Town.
The Toffees’ scouts have reportedly been impressed by his performances in the second tier, and he could be a budget option to bolster David Moyes’ squad this summer, especially if they make Europe.
One way to thrust himself even further into Everton’s transfer plans would be to shine for his country when they need him most this week.
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Only Oli McBurnie (20) has registered more Championship goal contributions than the 27-year-old this season, and Bournemouth reportedly weighed up a move for his services in the winter window.
His fine form saw Stoke in promotion contention until the turn of the year, but they have fallen away into 15th place in the second tier as it stands.
| Appearances | 38 |
| Goals | 10 |
| Assists | 9 |
| Shots on target per 90 | 0.68 |
| Chances created per 90 | 2.05 |
| Successful crosses per 90 | 1.61 |
| Successful dribbles % | 38.1% |
Thomas has not only shone for Stoke in recent times, but he has also been a key man for Wales in their quest to make this summer’s World Cup in North America.
He picked up two assists in their qualification win against Kazakhstan last year, then another in a victory against Liechtenstein, and he also grabbed his first goal for his country as they were beaten by Belgium in June.
The 27-year-old then started on the left flank in Wales’ return fixture victories over Kazakhstan and Liechtenstein, and is in line to do the same as they face Bosnia on Thursday night.
Craig Bellamy’s side need a win and nothing less to progress to a deciding match against Italy or Northern Ireland that could see them make a successive World Cup.
If Thomas does shine and play a key part in getting them to North America, then Everton will surely be more likely to take the plunge and sign him in the summer.
How to watch Wales vs Bosnia this week
Football Insider’s sources have exclusively revealed that Everton could accept an offer for Iliman Ndiaye this summer, and while he would not be a direct replacement, their fans will be able to watch Thomas in action for Wales ahead of a potential Merseyside move to bolster their left flank.
Wales host Bosnia at the Cardiff City Stadium on Thursday, and the game will kick off at 7:45 GMT as they look to book their place in a World Cup playoff final.
Viewers in the UK will be able to watch the clash on several channels, such as BBC One Wales, BBC Two and S4C, as well as on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport Online.
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