Ben White’s stats justify Everton interest as full details of Arsenal masterclass vs Atletico Madrid emerge
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Credit: Imago Wed 6 May 2026 10:36, UK Everton are expected to make a move for Arsenal defender Ben White if he decides to leave the club this summer. Everton transfer chiefs may well have been watching on with keen interest, with the England international catching the eye. 💸 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 Ben White rolls back the years vs Atletico MadridFootball Insider exclusively revealed in March that Arsenal plan to offload White and Gabriel Jesus this summer in a bid to recoup funds. Timber’s injury has seen White required once more, and he has responded well, with his performance as Arsenal progressed to the Champions League final on Tuesday the highlight.The right-back was vital defensively for the Gunners, constantly coming up with key interventions to keep the home side in front.
It was a White performance of three years ago, and a clear indication that he still has much to give, even if that is with another club.World Cup could delay Ben White moveEverton will hope that Thomas Tuchel does not select White for his squad going to this summer’s World Cup in North America.The 28-year-old was brought back into the fold for matches against Uruguay and Japan in March, and his involvement would delay any decision over his future.It has not yet been ruled out that Mikel Arteta and Arsenal will ultimately decide that the 28-year-old must stay put this summer. But Everton’s hope is that White’s hunger for a bigger role will lead him to Hill Dickinson Stadium in the coming months. 🔵 Everton FC Master Hub 🔵 The definitive digital directory for the Toffees.