Analysing the Transfer Gossip – July 17: Part 1

Everton midfielder Marouane Fellaini, 25, will choose Manchester United over Arsenal should both clubs make a bid for him this summer.

Full story: London Evening StandardWhat’s the story? The Fellaini to United link took flight as soon as Moyes got the job, but if they wanted him they could have already bought him, so I’m not convinced they really do.Does it make sense? He’d be better suited to United than Arsenal and he knows Moyes, so it makes sense for Fellaini. But will David Moyes want to make his first signing an Everton player? It shouldn’t be a concern, and Moyes is strong enough for it not to bother him, but it’s still a consideration.Is the price right? His £23m release clause is well known and is still unactivated.Will it happen? 4/10 – If someone wanted Fellaini, they could have already done so and had him on a pre-season tour. Does that mean they won’t sign him? Not necessarily, but he’s not an incredible fit at either club.