Merlin Rohl could be set for immediate Everton exit as £21.5m deal eyed

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Rohl arrived at Everton on transfer deadline day last summer and spent most of his first six months at the club on the injury table.Upon his return in December, however, the 23-year-old returned to the team and began to impress in the Premier League. But Everton transfer chiefs may now have to look at exit solutions for him this summer, after he appeared in just two of the last 12 league fixtures. 💸 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 Everton consider Youssouf Fofana bidFootball Insider exclusively revealed last week that Everton are targeting a move for John McGinn, with David Moyes keen to strengthen in central midfield.James Garner and Idrissa Gana Gueye have been in superb form this season, but the latter will be 37 in September. According to Daniele Longo of Calcio Mercato, Everton are among the clubs eyeing a move for Fofana this summer.

The 27-year-old had made 32 appearances across all competitions for AC Milan this season, but has struggled to adapt to the style of Massimiliano Allegri.The Serie A giants would reportedly accept a bid worth over £21.5million this summer, with Aston Villa and Tottenham having already made contact for the France international.Merlin Rohl at Everton crossroadsWhile Moyes has publicly reiterated his belief that Rohl will eventually be a regular for Everton, the German cannot wait forever. Risk staying at Hill Dickinson Stadium, and the likes of Fofana could arrive and only further limit his opportunities. 🔵 Everton FC Master Hub 🔵 The definitive digital directory for the Toffees.