Finally, it seems that the club are closing in on our first signing of the summer transfer window. It’s reported that we’re in advanced talks with Bordeaux over the potential arrival of Malcolm.
As the Daily Telegraph reports, Everton have joined the race to sign the highly-rated Brazilian prospect. He has allegedly attracted interest from the likes of Bayern Munich, Arsenal and Tottenham.
However, it appears that we’ve stolen a march on our rivals, and it seems that we’re poised to sign the talented winger for £30M, offering the 21-year-old a contract of £80,000 per week.
Here’s how Everton supporters have responded to the rumours on Twitter.
I'm desperately trying to be patient and trusting Brands and Silva… But I really would love the buzz of a new signing not just a vague rumour ????
Malcolm would be ace, I even like Welbeck. Priority for me is still a LB and probably a CB. #EFC #Everton— Jake Cintra (@SuperJakeC) July 18, 2018
#Malcolm is a good player to add IF we get him. It just worries me that Lookman will now be sold. #efc
— Paul – M – (@nsno1878) July 17, 2018
Would be amazed if Everton actually pulled it off and signed Malcolm. #efc
— Mike Allen (@Mallen1878) July 17, 2018
Potentially Malcolm, Lookman, Walcott & Vlasic as wingers for Everton this season?? Would suit Silva's 'attacking' style of play.
No room for Bolasie & Mirallas if Malcolm does actually sign #efc
— Mike Allen (@Mallen1878) July 17, 2018
Definitely worth a punt. Very quick, can easily beat a man, good crosser of both feet, heck of a cannon for a left foot. If we get him and he adjusts to the league then 30-40 will be a steal!
— David Whitfield (@EFC1983Dave) July 17, 2018
Brazilian
Flair
Left footed winger
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Me being dead excited— Tom Gardiner (@GardinerEFC) July 18, 2018
I will forgive Everton for taking ages
— dylan davies (@dylanjd14) July 17, 2018
Malcolm looks class!
— Boothy (@smoothbooth90) July 17, 2018
Verdict:
Malcolm is exceedingly talented, and he has enjoyed a tremendous couple of season with the Ligue 1 side. Over the course of his career with the French outfit, the Brazilian has amassed an impressive total of 20 league goals, registering a commendable tally of 13 assists.
At the age of 21, the attacker is endowed with considerable potential and he would be a tremendous acquisition to the team.
What are your thoughts? Do you agree? Let us know!