Latest developments
- Everton are eyeing a summer move for Sean Longstaff.
- David Moyes is a big admirer of the midfielder.
- The Englishman is open to leaving Newcastle United.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (3/5): Moyes wants Longstaff
Everton are considering a summer move for Newcastle United midfielder Sean Longstaff, as David Moyes is understood to be a huge admirer of the Englishman.
That is according to Talksport, who have provided little information about their source.
Value (4/5): PSR boost
It is suggested that the Magpies would be open to parting ways with their 27-year-old academy product as selling their hometown star would represent 100 per cent profit under PSR rules. Their failure to qualify for the Champions League could hand Everton a great opportunity.
Suitability (3.5/5): Brilliant work ethic
Longstaff is a hard-working midfielder with an impressive positional awareness. For teams that don't dominate possession on a regular basis, the Newcastle star's physicality and aggressive style of play out of possession could come in handy.
Upgrade? (3.5/5): Squad depth
Longstaff isn't an obvious upgrade on James Garner and Idrissa Gueye but his arrival would improve the Toffees' midfield depth.
Logic (3.5/5): More gametime
It is suggested that the Newcastle man is open to the idea of leaving St James Park after struggling for regular minutes this season under Eddie Howe. With Moyes seemingly pushing to sign him, Longstaff should look to jump the ship and play under a manager who rates his attributes.
Whisper+ verdict: 17.5/25
With both Newcastle and Longstaff open to a summer transfer, Everton have a real chance of securing his services.
