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Everton Step Up James Garner Contract Talks as Premier League Interest Grows

The push follows reports of rival monitoring with his current deal running to 2026.

Overview

  • Everton have accelerated negotiations with the 24-year-old midfielder, with talkSPORT reporting the club’s intent to secure a new agreement.
  • Manager David Moyes is understood to want Garner to stay and has influenced the decision to increase renewal efforts, according to multiple reports.
  • Manchester United, Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa are reported to be tracking Garner’s situation as the next transfer window approaches.
  • Football Insider reports Everton would set an asking price above £20 million if a new contract is signed, though that figure remains an estimate.
  • Garner’s recent display at Old Trafford included an assist in a 1-0 win over United, and his resume includes a strong Forest loan before a £15m move to Everton in 2022.