17 Apr 2020 17:55:01
Eds is there any truth in the rumour that Everton have agreed fee and terms with Gabriel Magalhaes? Or is this just rubbish from twitter et al? Cheers and stay safe.

{Ed002's Note - This was mentioned some months ago and I explained then it was rather premature. My notes say:

Gabriel Magalhaes (CB) Lille didn't want to sell in January although Arsenal pushed - the player has signed a new contract, but Arsenal could look to him in again the summer if they do not sign Mari - else they are overrun with CBs. Lazio have made their interest known as the seek a replacement for Luiz Felipe (CB) but he is not their first choice - although their first choice may well be heading elsewhere. Napoli know that they may lose Kalidou Koulibaly (CB) in the summer and have an interest in the player. Southampton and Everton have both sent scouts to watch the player with Everton notifying Lille that they are very interested in taking the player in the summer – but there has been no “done deal” as many of the Everton fans think. Chelsea and Spurs have both looked and Chelsea fans have, like the Everton fans, convinced themselves a deal has already been done and that has led to abuse on the Chelsea site. In reality, he is not top of the list of replacements if one of the existing CBs leave (which is actually possible) although Chelsea have accepted that their two preferred choices are very probably not achievable - so they may push. Spurs have a bigger problem in that they have an aging defensive squad supplemented by players who are only perhaps borderline good enough. Spurs have other options they are looking at but could prioritise Magalhaes. Prior interest of PSG was thought to have gone but with their financial issues limiting their ability to spend without sales - but it may just be back.

As far as I know, this remains the case.}

1.) 17 Apr 2020
17 Apr 2020 20:39:02
cheers ed002 for the clarification, as with all transfer speculation there will always be fans hopeful that the deal is done prior to any official announcement.

{Ed002's Note - Well, Everton are keen so it could happen.}

2.) 17 Apr 2020
17 Apr 2020 20:40:33
Brilliant ed, i did read the previous posts on this player, but then got some text's from various acquaintances saying it was done. I knew you guys would have a better understanding. Cheers for info.