Everton are assessing a January move for Dinamo Zagreb striker Dion Beljo, while a return for Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison to Everton is considered unlikely.
Beljo under consideration
According to Football Insider, Everton have been evaluating a January swoop for 24-year-old Croatia international Dion Beljo since October. Beljo has scored 13 goals in 11 domestic top-flight appearances this term.
According to Football Insider, Beljo registered 38 strikes across all competitions last season and scored during Dinamo Zagreb's recent Europa League victory over Sunderland.
Richarlison's return prospects
Richarlison has been frozen out under Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto De Zerbi, and Spurs are ready to facilitate a winter exit for him. Richarlison is seeking regular first-team football away from Tottenham.
According to Football Insider, Everton are “reluctant” to make a fresh approach for Richarlison after he rejected a late opportunity to rejoin them during the summer window. Everton decision-makers will only reconsider him if they miss out on their primary transfer targets.
Richarlison is still expected to have his future resolved when the transfer window reopens in the New Year. Teams in both Brazil and Turkey have registered strong interest in securing his services over recent weeks.
Everton's attacking plans
Everton recruitment staff are focusing on alternative attacking options ahead of January. Football Insider states that manager David Moyes is eager to bolster his attacking ranks for the second half of the season.
According to Football Insider, Thierno Barry is currently serving as Everton's sole recognised senior striker in the squad and has scored six times across the opening 10 Premier League fixtures. Everton's hierarchy remain determined to ease the burden on Barry in the final third.
The obstacle to a Beljo deal
Insiders point out that Dinamo Zagreb hold a commanding negotiating position ahead of the winter market because Beljo is tied down to a long-term contract running until the summer of 2030.
David Moyes and his recruitment team face tough negotiations to prise Beljo away from Croatia mid-season.
