Many Everton fans have been left reacting to some transfer news that has emerged on Donny van de Beek.
Speaking on FIVE (via EFC DAILY), Italian football journalist and transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has now revealed that the Goodison Park faithful are 'still interested' in the Manchester United midfield player after wanting him at the end of August, and the deal could be an initial loan with in January with an option to buy in the summer transfer window.
Van de Beek has struggled to get regular game time at Old Trafford, as he has only managed to play in a mere five matches in total over all competitions so far this season (Transfermarkt), so there would certainly be question marks over his sharpness if he made the move to Merseyside.
However, that is not to say that he is not a quality player on his day, emphasised by his time at Ajax, where he managed to score 41 goals and make a further 34 assists in 175 appearances (Transfermarkt).
Everton fans on van de Beek transfer news
These Toffees supporters seemed split as the transfer news was shared on Twitter, perhaps unsurprising given his obvious quality but inability to break through in England so far...
"Would be a good signing imo, him on loan and Ramsey on a free pleaseee Everton, then sell Davies and Gomes"
"Yes please"
"VDB needs a new lease at life and would solidify the 3rd piece in our midfield. I’m not quite sure how we could pull it off but it would be great business"
"He can't get a game in United's midfield over Fred and McTominay"
"No. He’s the same as Klaassen. Not strong enough and quick enough for Premier League. It’s easy when you’re at Ajax, the opposition let you have the ball and you have that confidence of having the ball in Europe competitions. In PL under Rafa especially he will struggle."
"I fear that he maybe another Davy Klaassen. Hope he proves me wrong if he does come."
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