Everton lineup projection with Folarin Balogun: How USMNT star could fit with Premier League transfer

In one of the more high-profile Deadline Day deals of the Premier League's 2026 summer transfer window, Everton have swooped for AS Monaco and USMNT striker Folarin Balogun for a significant, near-club-record fee.

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

Leaving Monaco for Everton offers Folarin Balogun elite weekly competition to match his USMNT World Cup rise, provided he wins the starting job over Thierno Barry.

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.

Personal terms for the 25-year-old are still in the process of being finalised.

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

Everton are attempting to sign USA World Cup star Folarin Balogun with Beto set to depart the club before Tuesday's transfer deadline