Everton: 777 has to sell three players after taking over Goodison Park.

Everton’s putative new owners, 777 Partners, should sell the trio for £52 million after taking over Goodison Park.

Everton are on the approach of a takeover at Goodison Park by 777 Partners, which might be the first step toward ushering in a new and much-needed era at the club. Sky Sports stated that the regulatory process to take ownership of the club is well along, and that the Miami-based group is hoping to close a deal fast after agreeing to a deal with Farhad Moshiri last week.

If and when the takeover is completed, the new owners will undoubtedly be searching for methods to improve the club’s poor on-field performances in recent years. Given Sean Dyche’s side’s financial troubles and sailing near to the edge with FFP, the team could need some cost-cutting, and some players may be looking over their shoulders in terms of their futures. So, let’s have a look at the three players 777 will need to sell in the January transfer window if their takeover is successful.

Mr. Michael Keane

Michael Keane only really came into the reckoning during the second half of the season, and actually chipped in with some vital attacking contributions – not least a late equalizer against Spurs, and an assist against Wolves in the penultimate game of the season – as part of a defence that conceded 57 goals in the Premier League last year. This season, he started as part of Dyche’s defense, but a particularly humiliating defeat to Aston Villa saw him removed from the firing line – a far cry from the performances that led the Toffees to pay £30 million for him.

While the loss was not entirely down to Keane, it did raise some serious concerns about his ability to compete at the highest level. In fact, speaking to GIVEMESPORT after the game, journalist Paul Brown admitted that Keane is suffering from a confidence crisis, and that Dyche dropping him from the starting lineup was an indication that he might not have been ready to face Wolves in the Premier League the following week.

Mr. Andre Gomes

When Andre Gomes joined Everton in a £22 million transfer following a promising season-long loan, the hope and expectation was that the Portugal star would become a midfield lynchpin at Goodison Park. Toffees fans who had placed their hopes in Gomes were dealt a harsh blow when, in a game against Tottenham in November 2019, a reckless challenge from Heung-min Son and a subsequent collision with Serge Aurier resulted in a catastrophic ankle injury. Despite his recovery, the midfielder hasn’t looked the same, and a loan spell at Lille last year revealed exactly how far down the pecking order he has slipped.

You may argue that Gomes should depart and start his career elsewhere for the sake of his own career. While the Portuguese star may see the Premier League as a location where he has unfinished business, it makes more sense for Everton to move on from the former Valencia star. Brown told GIVEMESPORT earlier this month that the Toffees would be willing to let Gomes go.

Gomes, who earns a reputed £112k per week at Goodison Park, is one of the club’s best earners, and 777 might save money by unloading the midfielder in January. Dyche appears to have his preferred midfield trio of Amadou Onana, Idrissa Gueye, and Abdoulaye Doucoure, and getting away of Gomes might potentially open the door for someone more in line with his preferences.

Alli Dele

It’s easy to say Dele’s time at Goodison Park hasn’t gone as planned, with the former England international battling with off-the-field troubles that have prevented him from reaching the heights he did at Tottenham. The 27-year-old bravely opened out about his upbringing on a podcast with Gary Neville, and it’s a credit to his character that he went on to become one of the Premier League’s most entertaining players. While Everton will undoubtedly feel a duty of care, it appears best for all parties if, when the time comes, the offensive midfielder seeks a new club and a fresh start.

Dyche confirmed in August that the midfielder was still not ready to return to the first squad, adding, “He is still not over his injury yet.” He feels confident in himself, yet he is still recovering from his accident. We’re a long way from that (considering his importance in the squad), and he’s only getting back on track. He is feeling well, and we will now work with him to ensure that the injury is correct. However, it will still take some time.”

Earning £100,000 per week, he, like Gomes, consumes a significant portion of the club’s money. Slashing that sum from the pay bill would go a long way toward alleviating some of Everton’s present financial burden, as well as loosening Dyche’s purse strings a little. If the Toffees want to completely rebuild their playing roster and embrace a new era, decisions like this must be made.

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