Everton is considering bolstering their squad by potentially signing Montpellier central defender Becir Omeragic, as reported by Foot Mercato. The 22-year-old Switzerland international made a significant impact during his first season in France, catching the eye of several clubs, including Everton. Omeragic’s consistent performances for Montpellier have not gone unnoticed, with clubs in Germany also expressing interest in the promising young talent.
Having already made significant moves in the transfer market, including signing striker Iliman Ndiaye from Marseille, Everton is looking to further strengthen their squad. The departure of players like Lewis Dobbin to Aston Villa and Ben Godfrey to Atalanta has created space for new signings, with the potential addition of Omeragic providing depth at centre-back.
Omeragic’s impressive stats from the 2023/24 season showcase his potential and the impact he could have at Everton. With 31 appearances and 1 goal to his name, the young defender has demonstrated his defensive capabilities and leadership qualities, even taking the captain’s armband in a crucial game for Montpellier.
While Everton is eyeing Omeragic as a potential defensive reinforcement, they are also facing interest in one of their key players, striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin. West Ham United has reportedly shown interest in signing Calvert-Lewin, whose contract with Everton is set to expire in the next 12 months. Valued at around £30m, Calvert-Lewin has attracted attention from several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United and Newcastle.
Calvert-Lewin has been a pivotal figure for Everton since joining the club in 2016, making 247 appearances and scoring 68 goals. Despite facing injury setbacks in recent seasons, the English striker played a crucial role in helping Everton secure their Premier League status last season under manager Sean Dyche.
As Everton navigates the complexities of the transfer market, the potential addition of Omeragic and the future of key players like Calvert-Lewin will be significant factors in shaping the squad for the upcoming season. With competition from other clubs vying for top talent, Everton will need to make strategic moves to reinforce their squad and compete at the highest level in the Premier League.