Everton can revisit cut-price Malick Fofana move as must-sell news emerges in France

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Credit: Imago Thu 21 May 2026 10:22, UK Everton could have a second chance to sign Lyon winger Malick Fofana this summer amid financial issues at the Ligue 1 club. Fofana has struggled heavily with injuries this season, making just 16 appearances across all competitions amid problems with his ankle.Everton transfer chiefs will be pleased to see that he has returned, however, and will get a rest this summer after he was snubbed for Belgium’s World Cup squad. 💸 Everton Transfer News 💸 Get the latest recruitment inside track from the Hill Dickinson Stadium: exclusive updates on the pursuit of Liam Delap, the Friedkin Group’s summer budget, and Jack Grealish’s permanent future.

VISIT THE EVERTON TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Financial issues at Lyon could open Malick Fofana doorSpeaking in October, Federico Penna, Fofana’s agent, said he could become as good as Lamine Yamal in the coming years, in a blow for Everton. Fofana is coming off an injury-hit campaign, and has just two years remaining on his Lyon contract.

Five players are considered untouchable – Dominik Greif, Moussa Niakhate, Tyler Morton, Corentin Tolisso and one of Fofana or Afonso Moreira.Should Everton move quickly, a move for Fofana may well be available for a price lower than what they would have paid last summer.Fofana has potential to be a ‘global star’It said much about Fofana’s potential that the likes of Liverpool and Arsenal were reportedly tracking him last summer. That is something we want to work on together.”While Hill Dickinson Stadium does not offer the glamour of Santiago Bernabeu or Camp Nou, it could be just the ideal place for the next stage of Fofana’s development. 🔵 Everton FC Master Hub 🔵 The definitive digital directory for the Toffees.