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Medical and Terms Finalisation on the Horizon
Ben Godfrey, the stalwart Everton defender, is scheduled to touchdown in Milan at 10am on Friday, ready to undergo a medical with Atalanta and finalise personal terms. The 26-year-old’s switch to the Serie A outfit is on the brink of completion following the agreement of a £9m transfer fee, inclusive of add-ons.
Contract Countdown and European Interest
With his contract at Everton expiring next summer, Godfrey has been the focus of significant attention from clubs across Europe. Atalanta and Lyon had both lodged bids for the centre-back, sparking a bidding war that Atalanta ultimately won. The move to Italy includes not only a lucrative signing-on fee but also a significant wage package for Godfrey.
Champions League Aspirations and Pre-season Plans
Godfrey is set to join Atalanta’s ranks in time for their pre-season preparations, gearing up for a Champions League campaign after the club’s impressive fourth-place finish in Serie A last season. The defender’s departure from Goodison Park seemed inevitable after he turned down multiple contract offers from Everton, prompting the club to cash in before the end of June to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations.
Everton’s Financial Strategy and Squad Dynamics
The sale of Godfrey is part of a wider financial strategy for Everton, as they aim to recoup a portion of the £20m fee paid to Norwich City in 2020. The club is also likely to see the departure of Amadou Onana in the near future, which could free up funds to secure the future of Jarrad Branthwaite. Although Everton manager Sean Dyche may rue the loss of Godfrey, who has made 28 Premier League appearances over the past two seasons, the club is poised to reshape its squad with an eye on both financial stability and competitive performance.
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