Report: Manchester United will consider bidding for Dominic Calvert-Lewin if Everton agree to do one thing

06/28/2024 02:15 AM

Everton star Dominic Calvert-Lewin could end up being a target for Manchester United this summer.

The Toffees are expected to sell a couple of their big players in this window in order to avoid problems with the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules.

Manchester United are really keen to sign Jarrad Branthwaite, but the Red Devils haven’t got close to meeting Everton’s valuation.

However, the England defender is not the only one who could be on Manchester United’s radar this summer – they could look at Calvert-Lewin too.

However, one thing needs to happen before United consider bidding for him.

Manchester United’s stance on signing Everton’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin

Everton signed Calvert-Lewin from Sheffield United in the summer of 2016 for just £1.5 million (Sky Sports).

The Englishman has been a fantastic player for the Toffees over the last eight years. He has played 247 games for them in all competitions and has directly been involved in 86 goals.

Now, Calvert-Lewin is about to enter the final year of his contract, and there is a big chance he could leave Goodison Park before the window shuts.

Newcastle United are really keen to sign him, while West Ham United are also said to be interested in bringing Calvert-Lewin to the London Stadium.

However, TBR Football exclusively revealed that Newcastle, for now, have walked away from the deal because their valuation of Calvert-Lewin – around £25 million – is much less than what Everton are demanding, which is £40 million.

Now, GiveMeSport have shared an update on Manchester United’s potential interest in Calvert-Lewin.

The report claims that Joshua Zirkzee is still the top target for Erik ten Hag, while Brentford’s Ivan Toney is also being considered.

About Calvert-Lewin, Manchester United are unwilling to consider bidding for him – ‘unless it becomes clear that the Merseyside outfit’s stance is softening and they are prepared to sanction his exit for what is perceived to be a great-value deal’.

So, as things stand, United will not make a move for Calvert-Lewin, but they will consider bidding for him if Everton agree to budge on their demands.

What should Everton do?

Everton are well within their rights to demand what they want for Calvert-Lewin.

The striker is in his prime years and has a lot of experience in the Premier League. He could be a very good option for a few clubs in England, which is why the Toffees’ valuation is so high.

However, the problem for Everton is that Calvert-Lewin will be able to walk away for free in 12 months’ time if he’s not sold now. That makes it a big risk.

Everton shouldn’t heavily drop their valuation of Calvert-Lewin, but if they do get a decent enough offer, we think the Toffees should cash in on him.

Newcastle have left the door open to sign Calvert-Lewin, and there’s every chance they could come back in for him later in the window.