Everton agree to sign Monaco's Balogun
LONDON: Everton have agreed to sign United States striker Folarin Balogun from Monaco in a deal worth £40 million (US$54 million), according to reports on Monday.
London: Everton have reached an agreement to sign United States striker Folarin Balogun from Monaco in a £40 million (US$54 million) deal, according to reports on Monday. Should the transfer be finalized before Tuesday's 22:00 GMT deadline, the 25-year-old will return to the Premier League after a three-year stint with Monaco, following his £35 million move from Arsenal.
Everton aims to finalize personal terms and a medical before officially confirming Balogun's transfer. Balogun gained attention with his performances at the recent World Cup for the US and was embroiled in controversy, initially banned for a last-16 match against Belgium and later a red card against Bosnia, though the suspension was lifted due to intervention by US President Donald Trump.
Born in New York, Balogun progressed through Arsenal's youth system after relocating to London as a child. He has netted 31 goals in 91 appearances for Monaco and also represented the club in the Champions League.
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