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    Jamie Carragher warns Man Utd and Arsenal off transfer for Everton star as he says ‘I don’t know what he is’

    JAMIE CARRAGHER has warned Arsenal and Manchester United to steer clear of trying to sign Everton midfielder Amadou Onana.Onana, 22, has long been linked with an exit from Goodison, with the Gunners coming close to a bid in January.Carragher has warned both Arsenal and Utd chiefs against signing the Everton starCredit: RexAmadou Onana has not proven enough to be a big Premier League signing, says Liverpool legendCredit: RexErik Ten Hag’s side considered a move for the Belgium international last year, while Chelsea also disclosed their interest.The Toffees’ valuation of over £50million eventually prevented talks from going further with all three clubs.As a result of Everton’s well-documented financial issues, highly-rated players such as Onana are looked at as ideal sale income.But despite some brilliant performances last season, which helped Everton remain in the Premier League, Carragher is not convinced by Onana.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSCarragher stressed that it would be a mistake for top clubs to sign him after Everton’s humiliating 6-0 defeat at Chelsea on Monday.He told Sky Sports: “I must say this, Onana is a player who Everton may have to sell with the situation that they find themselves in financially.”He came in with a huge reputation. Frank Lampard brought him in, he looks the part, did really well for Belgium at Wembley and there was talk of him going to other big clubs.”But I don’t see it. I haven’t since he’s been there.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”I don’t know what he is. Is he a holding midfield player? Does he get forward? Does he get involved?”The only thing I have seen him do is try to lift the crowd, that is all I ever see him do when he plays for Everton.”Onana was withdrawn at halftime by manager Sean Dyche after the team conceded four goals in the first half, with Cole Palmer securing Chelsea’s fastest ever hat-trick inside 28 minutes.Onana has made 32 appearances in all competitions for Everton this season, scoring three goals and making one assist.Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson spotted arguing with Blues team-mate after 6-0 Everton thumping as penalty row rages onThe club’s ongoing financial difficulties – which has seen them twice deducted points – may once again force them to make significant player sales this summer.Defender Jarrad Branthwaite – who was removed through injury at Stamford Bridge – has been heavily linked with a transfer to United.But Red Devils fans have urged their club to abandon a move for the England international, who Everton value at £70m.Dyche’s side currently sit 16th, just two points clear from the drop, with six games remaining.Onana’s Prem stats this season More

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    Dele Alli hailed for opening up on mental health battles as Everton star joins Monday Night Football panel

    FANS hailed Dele Alli for opening up on his mental health battles as he joined the Monday Night Football line-up on Sky Sports. The 28-year-old Everton midfielder bravely opened up about his childhood trauma including being abused and selling drugs during an interview with Gary Neville last July.Dele Alli opened up on in a brave interview with Gary Neville but has been injured sinceCredit: GettyThe star was a guest on Sky Sports’ Monday Night FootballCredit: Sky SportsThe ex-MK Dons and Tottenham ace also revealed that he went to rehab for a sleeping pill addiction as he heartbreakingly broke down in tears.Everton fans unveiled a flag at Goodison Park as the football community quickly rallied to support the former England international.Dele, who has been sidelined with a muscle injury all season, has now revealed how much he was surprised by the reaction to his tell-all interview.Speaking on Sky Sports’ MNF alongside host David Jones and Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher ahead of Everton’s trip to Chelsea, he said: “I’m doing really well, it’s been nearly a year now.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“I’m feeling good, obviously injured which is disappointing. I think when I did that interview that I’d said it was the best I’d felt at that time, obviously coming out of rehab and getting ready to be back playing.“It’s been tough but it’s a journey I’ve been on and I’m enjoying it and just waiting to get back now.“The reaction and support that I got was obviously overwhelming. It was amazing to see how many people that did help and I’m definitely very proud of it.”Dele last played for Besiktas in February 2023 while on loan from Everton.Most read in FootballHe has only made 13 appearances since swapping Tottenham for Merseyside in January 2022.Dele’s contract runs until June 2025 and he admits he is “excited” for next season already as he targets a return to first-team action after injury.Eric Dier says he ‘has lots of regrets’ and admits to being ‘disappointed he didn’t do more’ to help Dele AlliHe added: “It’s been a long journey with the injury, a lot of ups and downs, but it’s something that I’ve learned a lot from and helped me grow even more as a person.“I’ll forever be thankful to have this opportunity to really get to know myself.“I think the pain of the injury is something I can really channel to really motivate me.“Obviously, after the interview people were asking when me I was coming back to football thinking I was just taking a break, but it is just an injury.“It’s one I’m hopefully getting to the end of – I can see the light and I’m excited.”His career in numbers:
    MK Dons – 2011/15
    88 apps 24 goals
    Tottenham – 2015/22
    269 apps 67 goals
    Everton – 2022-
    13 apps 0 goals
    Besiktas – (loan 2022/23)
    15 apps 3 goals
    England
    37 caps 3 goals

    After seeing how upbeat the ace was tonight, fans soon jumped on social media to hail Dele.One wrote: “Not optimistic, but how lovely would it be to see Dele back playing regularly again next season.”“Seeing Dele Alli on #MNF talking about his mental health, I really do think he’s showing money isn’t everything,” declared another.A third commented: “Nice to see our boy dele on Monday night football. Be nice to see him play again after all he has been through.”As a fourth said: “Ahhh, Dele Alli on Monday Night Football… still love the guy.”Fans loved seeing the ace with a smile back on his faceCredit: GettyMeanwhile, Everton will save £10m through Dele’s appearance on Monday Night Football.In doing so, he will save his club from having to pay Tottenham a fee as part of his January 2022 move.Alli joined Everton two years ago on a free transfer with a series of appearance-based add-ons.As part of the deal, Everton would have to pay Spurs £10million if Alli made 20 Premier League appearances.READ MORE SUN STORIESWith Everton having just seven matches remaining this term and Alli’s contract expiring in the summer, his appearance on Sky Sports means he cannot end the campaign with any more than 19 league appearances for the club.As a result, he will save Sean Dyche’s side £10m. More

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    Why Dele Alli’s Sky Sports MNF appearance will save Everton £10m from Tottenham transfer fee

    EVERTON will save £10million through Dele Alli’s appearance on Monday Night Football.The midfielder will make his punditry debut on Sky Sports for the Toffees’ trip to Chelsea.Dele Alli’s Monday Night Football appearance will save Everton £10millionCredit: GettyIn doing so, he will save his club from having to pay Tottenham a fee as part of his January 2022 move.Alli joined Everton two years ago on a free transfer with a series of appearance-based add-ons.As part of the deal, Everton would have to pay Spurs £10million if Alli made 20 Premier League appearances.However, injuries and a dip in form have limited him to just 13 league appearances.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWith Everton having just seven matches remaining this term and Alli’s contract expiring in the summer, his appearance on Sky Sports means he cannot end the campaign with any more than 19 league appearances for the club.As a result, he will save Sean Dyche’s side £10million by joining Jamie Carragher and David Jones in the studio.Alli, 28, has failed to make an appearance so far this season after struggling with a muscle issue that has ruled him out since March 2023.The injury has prevented him from playing for Everton since returning from a loan spell with Besiktas last summer.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe also confirmed he has undergone rehabilitation for his mental health in an emotional interview with Gary Neville.The 28-year-old also revealed in the interview last year that he was sexually abused as a child.Eric Dier says he ‘has lots of regrets’ and admits to being ‘disappointed he didn’t do more’ to help Dele AlliAlli was twice named the PFA Young Player of the Year in 2015/16 and 2016/17 after emerging as a key man for Tottenham.Meanwhile, at international level, he has won 37 caps and scored three goals for England.Those caps include appearances at both the 2016 Euros and 2018 World Cup. More

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    Everton could face THIRD point deduction after being docked eight points to leave Premier League future in serious doubt

    EVERTON could face a THIRD points deduction – after “escaping” with a loss of just two points for their admitted breach of Prem Profitability and Sustainability Rules.But there is no possibility of a hearing into the alleged extra £6.5m loss before next season.Sean Dyche’s Everton could be hit with ANOTHER point penaltyCredit: PAThe Toffees are alleged to have made an extra £6.5m lossCredit: GettyAnd Everton announced the club WILL appeal against the latest verdict as every single point could prove the difference between survival and relegation.The punishment drops Everton down one place from 15th to 16th and now just two points above Luton, who fill the final relegation slot. Without their deductions, the Toffees would be 12 points clear of trouble in 14th.A three man independent commission ruled that the Goodison club’s latest breach – with “permitted” losses of £121.6m over three seasons – was worth a five point deduction.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, that was reduced by three points after Prem lawyers accepted Everton’s “double jeopardy” argument – the six points already deducted included a calculation over two of the three years involved in the latest charge.The Commission gave Everton two points back for that, plus a further point for their “early” guilty plea.However, the Commission revealed that Prem legal chiefs want to pin a further £6.5m of losses on Everton, representing the difference between the club’s initial accounts and the final figure for the three years.That was after an attempt to amend the charge to add extra losses of almost £17m – relating to share capitalisation by the club – was rejected by the Commission.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe three-man panel, though, led by James Drake KC, will allow the Prem to argue that £6.5m in “interest payments” which Everton insist were “directly attributable to the club’s new stadium” should be the subject of further sanction – although that will not be until next season.Over the three day hearing last month, Everton admitted they had allowable losses of £62.7m in 2022-23, taking their three-season loss to £121.6m – £16.6m above the permitted maximum of £105m.MOTD commentator shares ‘scariest position in football’ as he takes fans inside Premier League stadiumEverton’s “silk”, James Segan KC, argued that, despite the clear breach, “all roads lead to no further sanction”.The main thrusts of his argument were the “double jeopardy” principle and that Everton had already been deducted six points for their £19.5m 2022 breach, while Nottingham Forest only had four points stripped for a £34.5m breach – a figure greater than Everton’s two-year total amount of overspend.That was rejected by the Commission, which ruled that the starting point for sentence was three points for the breach plus an extra two for the amount.Prem silk Adam Lewis KC accepted the argument of mitigation for the two season overlap although he opposed the extra point back – referring to the fact that Everton actually forwarded their accounts for last season two weeks AFTER the December 31 deadline.THE PSR STATE OF PLAYWhere clubs in danger stand…
    Nottingham Forest
    Deducted four points for breaching spending limit by £34.563m. Have launched an appeal, with final decision expected by early May.
    Everton
    Initial 10 point deduction for 2021-22 breaches reduced to six points on appeal. Now deducted a further two points.
    Manchester City
    Etihad club emphatically denies the 115 allegations laid against them in February 2023. The lengthy Commission case has been scheduled to start in October or November but a final decision is not expected until March or April 2025.
    Chelsea
    Blues chiefs flagged up illicit payments made to agents and others during the Roman Abramovich era. Fined £8.6m by Uefa but still to be formally charged by the Prem despite an ongoing investigation.
    Leicester
    Foxes breached Prem PSR loss limits last season but did not have to report their 2022-23 accounts until this month because of their relegation. That puts the timetable back and means that they will probably face a Prem points deduction next term if they are promoted back to the top flight.

    Despite that, the commission ruled that Everton did deserve extra credit, although it dismissed Segan’s plea for the point sanction to be suspended until next season.In a statement, Everton confirmed the club “have begin the preparations to appeal” the decision.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Goodison outfit added: “Everton is extremely concerned by the inconsistency of different commissions in terms of points deductions applied.”Under Prem rules, the outcome of any appeal will be announced by May 24, five days after the end of the season, although it is expected the ruling would come by mid-May. More

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    Jordan Pickford suffers England nightmare as Everton goalkeeper drops clanger to gift Belgium an early goal

    JORDAN PICKFORD suffered a nightmare blunder in England’s friendly against Belgium.The Everton keeper attempted to play a raking pass but gave the ball directly to Toffees team-mate Amadou Onana instead.Foden passed the ball back to PickfordCredit: Channel 4Tielemans slotted the ball into a virtually empty netCredit: Channel 4Tielemans wrong footed PickfordCredit: Channel 4Pickford was left frustrated with his mistakeCredit: RexHe then slid the ball to Youri Tielemans who wrong-footed Pickford from 25 yards.The mistake came after Phil Foden rolled the ball back to Pickford, with the keeper not under any real pressure from Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku.Pickford rolled the ball with his foot a couple of times while gesturing to his team to make an option for him.He opted to try and play a long diagonal to West Ham forward Jarrod Bowen which dragged along the floor and was easily intercepted.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe costly mistake comes in the last England game before Gareth Southgate announces his Euro 2024 squad.But he’s hardly blessed with options if he is to look to replace Pickford before the tournament.His second choice, Aaron Ramsdale is also no2 for Arsenal, having lost his place this season to David Raya.Palace keeper Sam Johnstone was forced to withdraw from the squad injured and was replaced by U21s keeper James Trafford.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSReacting to Pickford’s mistake, one fan wrote on X: “Pickford englands no1 hahahha get someone else between the sticks he’s so overrated.”Another said: “Pickford wow what a howler lol.”England Players Reveal Their Favourite Hot Drinks with Jordan Henderson revealing love for surprise choiceA third wrote: “Genuinely don’t think Pickford can be #1 anymore what is that?”Rob Green stood up for Pickford, however, saying that it was the first time he has made a significant mistake in an England shirt. More

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    Man Utd could miss out on Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite transfer with Premier League rivals ready to gazump them

    MANCHESTER CITY are keeping tabs on Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite ahead of the summer transfer window, according to reports.Branthwaite, 21, has been heavily linked with a move away from Goodison Park in recent months.Man City are interested in signing Jarrad BranthwaiteCredit: AlamySince breaking into the first team at the start of the campaign, the centre-back has made 31 appearances across all competitions.And his impressive form has attracted interest from the likes of Manchester United, Tottenham and Real Madrid.According to the Daily Mail, Man City are also considering a swoop.City officials like the fact Branthwaite is young, homegrown, and showing tactical traits similar to John Stones.Read More on Man UtdHowever, Everton want at least £60million for him this summer.That could put the defender out of Man Utd’s price range.Branthwaite earned his first senior England call-up earlier this month.He was an unused substitute during the team’s 1-0 defeat to Brazil on Friday.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBranthwaite has impressed for Everton this seasonHowever, the Everton star could be in line to make his debut against Belgium on Tuesday.Speaking after his Three Lions call-up, Branthwaite told Everton TV: “It’s a dream come true.Gareth Southgate admits ‘we don’t like losing’ but takes positives from Brazil loss”To represent your national team at any level is a massive achievement, but for it to be the senior squad, I’m over the moon.”I found out in training. The gaffer pulled me and told me I’ve been selected, so I was buzzing when I heard the news.”You can only affect what you do on the pitch and give yourself the best possible opportunity to be selected, and that’s by putting in good performances on the pitch.”That’s what your only focus can be, really, and that’s been from when I came into the team to now – it’s just to keep delivering that high level and see where that takes me.”I messaged my dad and he said he’s very proud of me. He said: ‘All of the family is proud’, so it’s a lovely feeling. I just can’t wait to join up with the team.”They’re obviously really tough fixtures, but I’m really happy to just be in the squad, take every moment in and see where it takes me.” More

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    Everton line up Sunderland wonderkid Oli Bainbridge, 18, as Sean Dyche prepares for summer transfer window

    EVERTON are keeping an eye on Sunderland’s left-back Oli Bainbridge.The powerful 18-year-old prospect is tipped to get into the Black Cats side before the end of the season.Oli Bainbridge could be set to move from Sunderland to Everton in the summerCredit: AlamyBainbridge signed a deal with Sunderland last summer.The contract, penned in June, keeps the youngster tied down to the club until 2025.Sunderland also have the option to extend it by a further 12 months.Academy manager Robin Nicholls was over the moon after confirming Bainbridge’s new deal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe told the club website: “It is great news that Ollie has committed his future to the club for the next few seasons.”He is someone who has displayed strong performance and potential throughout last season and is always looking to develop himself as a player.”This contract is a reflection of the hard work that he and his family have put in for several years now.”Bainbridge was included in Sunderland’s squad for the first time on Saturday.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe was an unused substitute in their goalless draw with QPR at the Stadium of Light.The result ended a run of six straight defeats for Sunderland – who have not won since a 3-1 victory over Plymouth on February 10.Fans have incredible theory that sacked Sunderland boss Michael Beale of set up Twitter burner account to defend recordThey have dropped from play-off contention to mid-table obscurity in the Championship, 13 points adrift of the top six. More

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    Dele Alli future handed major lifeline as Everton ‘open to offering ex-Tottenham and England star new contract’

    EVERTON are open to offering Dele Alli a new contract, according to reports.Dele, 27, has not made a competitive appearance in over a year.Dele Alli could be handed a new Everton contractCredit: GettyHe last starred for Besiktas in February 2023 while on loan from Everton, but his season was prematurely ended due to a muscle injury.The midfielder returned to Goodison Park in April but he is yet to break back into Sean Dyche’s squad.According to The Athletic, Everton are still open to handing Dele a new contract in a bid to help him reignite his career.However, the Toffees will have to hold talks with Tottenham first.Read More on FootballEverton did not have to pay an immediate fee after agreeing to sign the ex-England star, but they will have to fork out £10million when he reaches 20 appearances.That fee could prove to be too much for the cash-strapped Toffees this season.Dele has made 13 appearances since swapping north London for Merseyside.He completed the transfer in January 2022 and signed a two-and-a-half year deal upon his arrival.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThat means his current contract expires at the end of the 2023-24 campaign.The midfielder is not expected to return to action before June, but Dyche could find a spot for him in his pre-season plans.I was forced into selling drugs aged 8 and was hung off a bridge by rival gang members, says Everton star Dele Alli Dele bravely opened up about his childhood trauma during an interview with Gary Neville in July.He also revealed that he went to rehab for a sleeping pill addiction.The football community was quick to support the former England star, with Everton fans unveiling a flag at Goodison Park. More