Everton ‘agree deal’ for Chelsea striker after transfer window closes as deal sheet submitted – report
Everton have agreed a last-minute deal with Chelsea for a loan with an option-to-buy for Armando Broja.
The Toffees have had a long-standing interest in the forward and David Ornstein of the Athletic has revealed that Everton have agreed a deal after the window has shut. As a result, they have submitted a deal sheet and have until 1am to finalise the full transfer deal.
Ornstein wrote: ‘Everton have made a late approach to sign Chelsea striker Armando Broja. The proposed deal is for a season-long loan with an option to buy for £30million. Everton are long-term admirers of the 22-year-old and now have until 1am to complete a move for him after submitting a deal sheet before the 11pm deadline.’
Ipswich Town had re-held talks with the forward on deadline day after their move originally fell through due to a failed medical and a refusal to accept Chelsea’s terms given the amount of time Broja is likely to be sidelined for. He will be out until mid-October due to a foot injury but Everton already have Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Beto in reserve to bide their time until then.
