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<ul><li>The Toffees are targeting Fofana</li><li>Have also got in touch with his agents </li><li>Several European giants are also eyeing him </li></ul><table><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va2ivxLJJhzdzbJdwo0n"><strong>Follow GOAL on WhatsApp!</strong></a> 🟢📱</td></tr></tbody></table><script type="application/json" data-placement="fcplayer-semantic">{"type":"fcplayer-semantic","data":{"embedCode":"//cdn.fcp.codes/embed-code-template/embed-code-template.js#SEMANTIC_5704afb8-c10b-4ba5-9cb4-d7fb6098ef90"}}</script>

Everton spring surprise by stealing march on rivals Liverpool & Bayern Munich to close in on Lyon wonderkid Malick Fofana

<p>While Everton have taken decisive steps, they are not the only suitors vying for Fofana’s signature. Liverpool have shown considerable interest in recent weeks, particularly as speculation grows over Luis Díaz’s potential switch to Bayern Munich. Should the Colombian winger complete a move to the Bundesliga, Liverpool would almost certainly accelerate their efforts to secure a replacement, placing Fofana high on their list, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/lyon-malick-fofana-asking-price-liverpool-arsenal-chelsea-belgian-winger/blt7a76d5c1de4d278d" target="_blank">who is valued at £51.5 million (€60m/$71m).</a></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨🔵 EXCLUSIVE: Everton are in advanced talks to sign Malick Fofana from Olympique Lyon.<br><br>Official bid submitted and clubs now in direct talks, with Everton also in contact with player’s camp.<br><br>Everton in discussions on personal terms with Fofana, talks underway. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EFC</a> 🧨 <a href="https://t.co/aK1sUzK2e9">pic.twitter.com/aK1sUzK2e9</a></p>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1949091227976036369?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2025</a></blockquote>
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WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Barring the two Merseyside clubs, several other European giants have shown keen interest in Fofana. Bayern Munich have been keeping close tabs on the youngster, viewing him as a <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/bayern-munich-line-up-new-luis-diaz-bid-and-approach-lyon-winger-as-alternative-option-to-liverpool-star/blte829ea5b343edffb" target="_blank">potential alternative to Liverpool's Diaz</a>. Meanwhile, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain have also reportedly been monitoring his development.    </p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Fofana enjoyed a stellar 2023–24 campaign with Lyon as he recorded 11 goals and five assists across 41 matches, showcasing his ability to contribute consistently both in terms of finishing and chance creation. Hence, it is no surprise that <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/chelsea-nottingham-forest-agree-deal-lyon-star-malick-fofana-serious-competition-blues-bayern-munich-agree-personal-terms/blt82087a34a1ebd7a5" target="_blank">David Moyes is eager to get him on board</a> as they look to break into the top half of the Premier League table.  </p>

TELL ME MORE

<p>While Fofana remains a key focus, he is far from the only name on Everton’s shortlist. The club has also shown concrete interest in Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo, with a formal bid reportedly in the works for the Japanese international. Additionally, Everton are believed to be readying an improved offer for <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/douglas-luiz-yet-make-premier-league-return-desperation-end-juventus-nightmare-midfielder-punishment-training/blt5428812f6d215bca" target="_blank">Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz as they continue to strengthen their squad. </a> </p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Everton’s transfer activity has already yielded several new faces. Striker Thierno Barry has joined from Villarreal, adding firepower up front, while goalkeeper Mark Travers has arrived from Bournemouth to bolster the options between the posts. Furthermore, midfielder Charly Alcaraz has had his loan move from Flamengo made permanent. Now, Moyes remains determined to lure Fofana into the ranks as the Toffees look to start a new era at Hill Dickinson Stadium.   </p>

WHAT NEXT FOR EVERTON?

Everton spring surprise by stealing march on rivals Liverpool & Bayern Munich to close in on Lyon wonderkid Malick Fofana | Goal.com

Everton have reportedly stolen a march on rivals Liverpool and Bayern Munich as they close in on Lyon wonderkid Malick Fofana. The Merseyside club has submitted an official bid and entered direct negotiations with the French club, while also engaging in advanced discussions with the 20-year-old’s representatives, as revealed by Fabrizio Romano.