Everton submit initial offer to sign Alisson Santana from Atletico-MG
Everton have submitted an initial offer to sign Atletico-MG winger Alisson Montana, according to GOAL Brasil, as reported by Team talk.
The skilled Brazilian winger has been one of the revelations of South America's ever-growing talent pool and has been on a rapid rise since making his debut in 2021. Since breaking into the first team, he has made 35 appearances so far for the Galo, and his performances have now sparked the interest of Everton.
Team talk, According to reports from Brazil, the Toffees are in competition with other clubs for the signing of the Brazilian and have already submitted a 'first offer', with the aim of reaching an agreement before the transfer The window closes next week.
Quoting GOAL Brazil, Team talk It also reveals that Atlético-MG are aware of several clubs interested in Alisson and have not put any official price on the winger.
The 18-year-old's contract at the Arena MRV Estádio de Futebol is set to expire in 2027 with a €60m (£51.1m) buyout clause, according to the report.
However, Everton are not considering paying his release clause, which is seen as extravagant for the financially struggling club, according to Team talk.
Brazilian sensation
Everton are currently short of options on the flanks, which has prompted a search for a new winger this summer.
Currently, the club has Dwight McNeil and Jack Harrison as the only recognizable natural wingers in the squad.
While Iliman Ndiaye, Beto and Jesper Lindstrøm can all play in winger positions, having a natural winger offers a different flair and threat that the Toffees lacked in their opening-day defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion.
Alisson is one of Brazil's most promising young prospects and could join the trend of Brazilians travelling to Europe from Brazil to make their mark.
Goodison Park could be one such destination for the 18-year-old, offering Sean Dyche an extra layer of attacking threat and Brazilian samba sorely missed since the days of Richarlison and Bernard.
Having already submitted an initial offer, it remains to be seen whether Atletico-MG will consider Everton's offer or stick with their £51.1m valuation of the winger.
