Everton face another crucial summer in the transfer market as they attempt to trim a bloated squad and bring together a group that will be fit for purpose.
This will be a summer of low risk, sticking to what is known and where the resources that are available will be focused on the key problem areas. With money tight, Blues boss Sean Dyche has already said he will not have the sort of “war chest” some of his predecessors enjoyed, free agents and the loan market will likely be of particular interest.
The ECHO understands that securing new attacking options and cover at left-back are the club’s main priorities this summer. While a new back-up goalkeeper could also be required following the departure of Asmir Begovic.