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Everton next travel to Tottenham after losing 3-0 to Brighton & Hove Albion in their opening game of the 2024-25 season.

Everton face a right-back crisis ahead of their trip to Tottenham Hotspur next weekend.

The Toffees suffered a 3-0 loss to Brighton & Hove Albion on the opening day of the season. And to compound Sean Dyche’s side’s misery, they finished the game with 10 men as Ashley Young was given a straight red card for fouling Kaoru Mitoma.

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Young featured at right-back against Brighton - being the only option available - but now must serve a one-match suspension.

Nathan Patterson is on the comeback trail from a hamstring injury he suffered in April and missed the entire pre-season. Meanwhile, Seamus Coleman has a calf issue he sustained in 1-1 friendly draw against AS Roma.

James Garner, who is a centre-midfielder, has played on the right-hand side of defence in the past. Yet he has a calf problem of his own and was absent against Brighton.

Dyche admitted after the Seagulls loss that it’s unlikely any will be back for the trip to Tottenham on Saturday 24 August. Speaking at his post-match press conference, the Everton boss said: “Highly unlikely they’ll be fit. [All three] won’t be fit.”

On Young’s sending off, Dyche said: “Youngy knows he should head that not bring it down.”

Everton were also without Jarrad Branthwaite against Brighton. The key centre-back had minor groin surgery earlier in the summer and did not feature throughout the pre-season period.

Everton FC transfer news: The former striker has struggled to impose himself as a key starter at Spurs.

Former Everton fan favourite Richarlison is currently being linked with a move away from Tottenham.

The 27-year-old joined Spurs two years ago and has totalled 66 games so far across two campaigns. Everton received around £60m for his sale after he left as one of the most adored figures following 53 goals and 13 assists in 152 appearances. Initially, he struggled for form under Antonio Conte managing just three goals from 35 games in his first season. However, the introduction of Ange Postecoglou saw his fortunes turn around.

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He managed 12 goals and four assists in 31 games last season playing as their main striker after Harry Kane’s departure and scored nine goals in eight games across December to February. However, injuries meant he missed seven of the last 13 games. While over the past few years he has often posted cryptic videos about Everton showing his support, a return will always be considered unlikely but he is reportedly open to an exit this summer. TalkSPORT have revealed that the London club are waiting for a ‘huge bid’ from Saudi Arabia to help fund their new striker search.

Dominic Solanke has been targeted and the AFC Bournemouth striker would certainly not come cheap given his £65m release clause - a deal in which Liverpool would a profit due to a sell-on-clause inserted in their deal with the Cherries. Al-Ahli are one club mentioned and it is said that the Brazilian is said to be open to an exit to the Middle East.

Previous instances have seen Richarlison comment regularly on Everton posts, with his latest being in June as the official Everton account posted a video about Goodison Park over the years. And he responded to the post replying with a four-word message. “I love Goodison Park”, he said. Furthermore, taking to Instagram, he commented on a post that featured both Seamus Coleman and Leighton Baines. Taking to his Instagram story, Richarlison posted an image of himself with Coleman and Baines with the caption: “The kings”.

Richarlison left Everton for Tottenham Hotspur two years ago.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly slapped a price tag of £60 million on Richarlison.

The Brazil international is reportedly wanted by Saudi Arabia side Al-Ahli in the summer transfer window. Richarlison was a fans’ favourite during his four years he spent at Everton. He netted 53 goals in 152 games and played a pivotal role when the Toffees avoided relegation from the Premier League in the 2021-22 season.

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The versatile forward left that summer for Spurs for a fee of up to £60 million. However, he has stuttered in north London, especially in his maiden season, and netted a total of 15 times in 66 games.

Richarlison has three years remaining on his Tottenham contract but his future could be uncertain. According to the Times, Ange Postecoglu reportedly wants to sign a new attacker in the transfer window. The 27-year-old is reportedly wanted by Al-Ahli but Tottenham would look to recoup all of the money they paid two years ago.

However, Richarlison has previously made it clear that he plans on playing in the Premier League in the 2024-25 season when rubbishing claims he wants to leave Spurs. He wrote on X (formerly Twitter): "I gave up my vacation and came to work in SP (Sao Paulo) so I could return well and [be] ready for the next season.

"I never said I was dissatisfied at my club, and everything that has been coming out in the media here about negotiations is fake news. I don't know where they got that from! I won't leave England next season!"

Richarlison left Everton for Tottenham Hotspur two years ago.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly slapped a price tag of £60 million on Richarlison.

The Brazil international is reportedly wanted by Saudi Arabia side Al-Ahli in the summer transfer window. Richarlison was a fans’ favourite during his four years he spent at Everton. He netted 53 goals in 152 games and played a pivotal role when the Toffees avoided relegation from the Premier League in the 2021-22 season.

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The versatile forward left that summer for Spurs for a fee of up to £60 million. However, he has stuttered in north London, especially in his maiden season, and netted a total of 15 times in 66 games.

Richarlison has three years remaining on his Tottenham contract but his future could be uncertain. According to the Times, Ange Postecoglu reportedly wants to sign a new attacker in the transfer window. The 27-year-old is reportedly wanted by Al-Ahli but Tottenham would look to recoup all of the money they paid two years ago.

However, Richarlison has previously made it clear that he plans on playing in the Premier League in the 2024-25 season when rubbishing claims he wants to leave Spurs. He wrote on X (formerly Twitter): "I gave up my vacation and came to work in SP (Sao Paulo) so I could return well and [be] ready for the next season.

"I never said I was dissatisfied at my club, and everything that has been coming out in the media here about negotiations is fake news. I don't know where they got that from! I won't leave England next season!"

Richarlison left Everton for Tottenham Hotspur two years ago.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly slapped a price tag of £60 million on Richarlison.

The Brazil international is reportedly wanted by Saudi Arabia side Al-Ahli in the summer transfer window. Richarlison was a fans’ favourite during his four years he spent at Everton. He netted 53 goals in 152 games and played a pivotal role when the Toffees avoided relegation from the Premier League in the 2021-22 season.

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The versatile forward left that summer for Spurs for a fee of up to £60 million. However, he has stuttered in north London, especially in his maiden season, and netted a total of 15 times in 66 games.

Richarlison has three years remaining on his Tottenham contract but his future could be uncertain. According to the Times, Ange Postecoglu reportedly wants to sign a new attacker in the transfer window. The 27-year-old is reportedly wanted by Al-Ahli but Tottenham would look to recoup all of the money they paid two years ago.

However, Richarlison has previously made it clear that he plans on playing in the Premier League in the 2024-25 season when rubbishing claims he wants to leave Spurs. He wrote on X (formerly Twitter): "I gave up my vacation and came to work in SP (Sao Paulo) so I could return well and [be] ready for the next season.

"I never said I was dissatisfied at my club, and everything that has been coming out in the media here about negotiations is fake news. I don't know where they got that from! I won't leave England next season!"

Richarlison left Everton for Tottenham Hotspur two years ago.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly slapped a price tag of £60 million on Richarlison.

The Brazil international is reportedly wanted by Saudi Arabia side Al-Ahli in the summer transfer window. Richarlison was a fans’ favourite during his four years he spent at Everton. He netted 53 goals in 152 games and played a pivotal role when the Toffees avoided relegation from the Premier League in the 2021-22 season.

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The versatile forward left that summer for Spurs for a fee of up to £60 million. However, he has stuttered in north London, especially in his maiden season, and netted a total of 15 times in 66 games.

Richarlison has three years remaining on his Tottenham contract but his future could be uncertain. According to the Times, Ange Postecoglu reportedly wants to sign a new attacker in the transfer window. The 27-year-old is reportedly wanted by Al-Ahli but Tottenham would look to recoup all of the money they paid two years ago.

However, Richarlison has previously made it clear that he plans on playing in the Premier League in the 2024-25 season when rubbishing claims he wants to leave Spurs. He wrote on X (formerly Twitter): "I gave up my vacation and came to work in SP (Sao Paulo) so I could return well and [be] ready for the next season.

"I never said I was dissatisfied at my club, and everything that has been coming out in the media here about negotiations is fake news. I don't know where they got that from! I won't leave England next season!"

Latest transfer news and rumours from around the Premier League regarding Liverpool and Everton’s rivals

Liverpool are preparing for a new era under Arne Slot. The Dutchman has been chosen as their replacement for Jurgen Klopp.

Meanwhile, Everton are gearing up for another season with Sean Dyche. In the meantime, here is a look at some of the latest transfer news and rumours from around the Premier League...

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Manchester United are ‘expected’ to meet striker Joshua Zirkzee’s valuation at Bologna, according to a report by the Daily Mail. The Holland international, who is currently away at Euro 2024, has been identified by the Red Devils as a key transfer target this summer.

The 23-year-old was on the books at Bayern Munich from 2017 to 2022 and was loaned out by the Bundesliga giants to Parma and Anderlecht to get some experience under his belt.

He joined his current team a couple of years ago and hasn’t looked back since.

Zirkzee has scored 14 goals in 58 games for Bologna and the Serie A side could lose him in this window with a switch to Old Trafford on the horizon.

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Arsenal hope to land defender

Arsenal are hoping to finalise a deal to sign defender Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna, according to The Guardian. The Gunners finished 2nd in the table above Liverpool in the last campaign but missed out on the title again to Manchester City.

They could see Calafiori as someone to bolster their defensive department ahead of next term. He has had spells at Roma and FC Basel in the past and at the age of 22, he could have a big future ahead of him at the Emirates Stadium if the London outfit can get a deal over the line.

Tottenham Hotspur target Aston Villa ace

Sky Sports claim Tottenham Hotspur are ‘exploring’ a move for Aston Villa ace Jacob Ramsey. They could send Giovani Lo Celso the other way to Villa Park.

Ange Postecoglou’s side are in the hunt for some new faces as they gear up for their second year under the Australian, who joined them from Celtic 12 months ago.

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Ramsey, who is 23-years-old, has risen up through the academy ranks at Villa and was a regular for them at various different youth levels. He had a loan spell away at Doncaster Rovers in 2020 before breaking into the first-team.

The Birmingham-born man has played 122 games so far in his career and has scored 13 goals. His brother, Aaron, plays for Burnley.

Brighton man wanted

Stuttgart plan to launch a fresh bid for Brighton and Hove Albion striker Deniz Undav, as per German news outlet Bild. He spent last term on loan with the German club and scored 19 goals in all competitions to help them finish 2nd in the table against the odds behind Bayer Leverkusen.

The Seagulls signed him in 2022 from Union Saint-Gilloise in Belgium but he hasn’t managed to make the impact he would have wanted to at the AMEX Stadium and could leave on a permanent basis in the near future.