Everton: Toffees learn Wilfried Gnonto asking price
The Italian continues to be linked with a summer exit from Leeds.
Everton have constantly been linked with a move for Leeds United winger Wilfried Gnonto this summer and now
they know the amount needed to sign him.
Are Everton signing Wilfried Gnonto?
The 19-year-old’s future has been a big talking point the more the summer transfer window has gone on, as he
pushes for a move away from Elland Road.
While Gnonto seemingly appeared to be happy at Leeds last season, their relegation from the Premier League to the
Championship has changed the situation significantly.
The Italian doesn’t want to be plying his trade in the second tier of English football over at least the next 12 months,
perhaps understandably, and he has made it clear that he wants to move on, even refusing to play for the Whites.
It is Everton who have stood out as the club most likely to acquire Gnonto’s signature before deadline day arrives at
the end of this month, but Leeds have held firm up until this point. Now, it looks as though the Toffees know
precisely how much will be needed to prise him away this summer.
What’s the latest on Wilfried Gnonto to Everton?
According to Football Insider, Leeds are increasingly likely to accept a £25m bid for the exciting attacker in the
coming days and weeks, making the situation clear for Everton:
“Leeds United are privately holding out for a fee of at least £25million before considering selling Everton top
target Wilfried Gnonto this summer, sources have told Football Insider. Football Insider revealed on Friday that
Everton are the frontrunners to land the 19-year-old – and have seen a £20million bid for his services rejected.
“It is believed personal terms will not be an issue for the Merseysiders with Gnonto currently earning a small wage at Leeds.
“A well-placed source has told Football Insider that a bid of £25million with a favourable payment structure could
soften that stance.”
Meanwhile, Fabrizio Romano has said that personal terms on a five-year deal are already agreed with Everton.
This is an encouraging update regarding the Blues’ pursuit of Gnonto and it would be foolish for the club not to bid
£25m and see what happens, really testing Leeds’ resolve in the process.
The teenager is someone who could light up Goodison Park if he seals a summer move there, possessing the rare
ability to beat players with ease, not to mention quick feet and end product, having notched six goal
contributions (two goals and four assists) in the Premier League last season.
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