Analysing the Transfer Gossip – 31st July (Part Two)

Everton are preparing a £15m offer for Wigan star James McCarthy even after being told the midfielder, 22, will not be allowed to leave for less than £20m.

What’s the story? Are they? Everton suddenly have £15m to throw around that Wigan are somehow able to turn down?

Does it make sense? It would do Martinez some good to sign someone who hasn’t already played for Martinez other than Deulofeu. McCarthy is a good passer of the ball but with an already crowded central midfield to fit him in to, doesn’t seem like a priority purchase. But, he is a silkier option than their current pure midfielders.

Is the price right? It’s too much. Although McCarthy is slightly better than Joe Allen, this has a very similar feel to it. Over the odds for someone you know rather than paying less for someone you don’t.

Will it happen? 4/10 – There’s no way Everton can pay this much money for McCarthy, but it could get down eventually at a lower price. If someone gets desperate and moves for Fellaini the odds would increase.