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Gary Gowers

Gary Gowers

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Gary Gowers is a sports journalist and the editor of Read Everton, where he leads daily coverage of Everton news, transfers and analysis. He also writes about Manchester City for Read Man City and motorsport for Read Motorsport. A former accountant, he became a freelance writer in 2011 and has written for BBC Sport and Metro.

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Evertonians know exactly why Jordan Pickford would step up for England
Everton News

Evertonians know exactly why Jordan Pickford would step up for England

Jordan Pickford’s latest England admission will not surprise Everton supporters in the slightest. Asked whether he would be prepared to take a penalty for England at the 2026 World Cup if required, the Everton goalkeeper’s answer was immediate. “I’ll step up,” he said. It was a response that perfectly encapsulates the mentality that has defined […]

EVERTON NEWS TODAY: Grealish talks, Jesus links and Garner ambition
Everton News

EVERTON NEWS TODAY: Grealish talks, Jesus links and Garner ambition

The Toffees’ summer is beginning to take shape, and the latest round of Everton news suggests one clear theme: David Moyes is no longer building simply to survive. From Jack Grealish’s future to links with Gabriel Jesus and Alexander Sorloth, the Toffees appear focused on adding proven attacking quality ahead of another crucial season at […]

What Everton’s Arsenal transfer history tells us about Gabriel Jesus
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What Everton’s Arsenal transfer history tells us about Gabriel Jesus

The road from North London to Merseyside is one that has been travelled before, with varying degrees of success. With Everton reportedly considering a move for Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus this summer, it is worth looking back at the club’s previous dealings with the Gunners. Interestingly, there have not been many. But the handful of […]

What Morten Hjulmand interest reveals about Everton’s changing ambitions
Everton News

What Morten Hjulmand interest reveals about Everton’s changing ambitions

Everton’s reported interest in Sporting CP midfielder Morten Hjulmand is intriguing for reasons that go beyond the player himself. The Denmark international is undoubtedly talented. At 26, he is entering the prime years of his career, captains one of Europe’s most successful clubs and has established himself as a regular at international level. But the […]

Everton face Alexander Sorloth obstacle as striker preference emerges
Everton News

Everton face Alexander Sorloth obstacle as striker preference emerges

Everton’s reported interest in Alexander Sorloth highlights an increasingly familiar challenge facing the club under David Moyes and The Friedkin Group. The Toffees may have the ambition and the need for a proven goalscorer, but convincing elite-level players to choose Merseyside remains a crucial part of the recruitment process. According to reports from Spain, Everton […]

Everton need goals, not reputation, in crucial summer transfer window
Everton News

Everton need goals, not reputation, in crucial summer transfer window

Everton’s reported interest in Gabriel Jesus is the type of transfer link that immediately divides opinion. On one side is the temptation of signing a player who has won multiple Premier League titles, played Champions League football and spent years competing at the highest level with Manchester City and Arsenal. On the other is a […]

Jack Grealish decision speaks volumes about Everton’s changing culture
Everton News

Jack Grealish decision speaks volumes about Everton’s changing culture

Jack Grealish was always going to bring quality to Everton. The more important question was whether Everton could bring something out of Grealish. After a season-long loan from Manchester City, reports that the England international has continued working at Finch Farm while much of the first-team squad is away should feel like a quietly significant […]

Everton must avoid unthinkable Iliman Ndiaye transfer outcome amid Liverpool links
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Everton must avoid unthinkable Iliman Ndiaye transfer outcome amid Liverpool links

Liverpool’s reported interest in Iliman Ndiaye is exactly the kind of transfer rumour that Everton supporters will hope never develops beyond speculation. Reports this week have suggested Liverpool are monitoring the Senegal international’s situation amid ongoing discussions over an improved Everton contract. While the claims remain speculative and Everton are under no immediate pressure to […]

Rooney, Fellaini, Lukaku: Why Everton fans fear history repeating itself
Everton News

Rooney, Fellaini, Lukaku: Why Everton fans fear history repeating itself

Evertonians fans may not wish to hear this right now, but the road from Everton to Manchester United is one that is well-travelled. That is why reports linking Manchester United with Iliman Ndiaye have inevitably captured attention on Merseyside. While there is currently little indication that Everton are prepared to part with the Senegal international, […]

Everton’s confidence over Iliman Ndiaye is about to be tested
Everton News

Everton’s confidence over Iliman Ndiaye is about to be tested

Everton’s relaxed stance regarding Iliman Ndiaye’s future has been one of the more reassuring stories for supporters heading into the summer transfer window. However, that confidence could soon face its biggest test. Fresh reports suggest Manchester United are weighing up a move for Ndiaye, with the Senegal international continuing to attract attention following an impressive […]

EVERTON NEWS TODAY: Ndiaye latest, Hackney links and transfer updates
Everton News

EVERTON NEWS TODAY: Ndiaye latest, Hackney links and transfer updates

Everton’s summer rebuild continues to gather pace, with transfer speculation, contract developments and long-term planning all dominating the headlines around Hill Dickinson Stadium. Here are the biggest Everton stories making news on Thursday, June 4. Iliman Ndiaye contract situation remains a major talking point Iliman Ndiaye continues to be one of Everton’s most important players […]