Everton latest: Zirkzee bid rejected amid Balogun 'issues'

Transfer Tuesday 1 September 2026 22:23, UK

Everything seemed all set for USMNT star Folarin Balogun to embark on a triumphant return to the Premier League, but the deal faced late difficulties and collapsed, having a major ripple effect on the rest of the transfer market.

Everton’s move for Folarin Balogun is off after the United States international decided against the move. More to follow.

The American attacker looked set to move from AS Monaco to the Premier League, so what's the hold-up?

Everton have been linked with a move for Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee ahead of the 11pm transfer deadline

Folarin Balogun's £40m Everton move collapse sees Chelsea capitalise as they resurrect deal  talkSPORT

Soccer Football - Premier League - Crystal Palace v Everton - Selhurst Park, London, Britain - May 10, 2026 Everton's Beto celebrates scoring their second goal Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs 02 Sep 2026 02:39AM Sept 1 : Forward Beto has completed a permanent move from Everton to Serie A club Fiorentina for an un

The 28-year-old has returned to Serie A after securing a deal with Fiorentina

Reports: U.S. striker Folarin Balogun is headed on transfer to Premier League club Everton  Toronto Star

United States soccer striker Folarin Balogun is reportedly headed to Premier League team Everton on a transfer from Monaco

Balogun has reportedly agreed to a 4-year deal with a one-year option as part of the transfer back to England.

Sources: Folarin Balogun joining Everton in deal worth up to $54M  ESPN

Balogun is set to join Everton as Beto leaves, with Fiorentina agreeing a deal to sign the 28-year-old