- Conor Gallagher joined Tottenham from Atletico Madrid in January.
- Midfielder has played 11 games this season but with minimal impact.
- With Gana nearing the end of his contract, Moyse needs a replacement.
Everton have been linked with a new midfielder as they look to bolster their squad ahead of a potential European campaign next season. With Idrissa Gana Gueye approaching the end of his contract, David Moyes is exploring creative solutions. One name that has risen to the top of the list is Tottenham Hotspur’s Conor Gallagher.
According to Football Insider, the Toffees are keeping close tabs on the England international ahead of the summer window. The report states that Everton are interested in pursuing a loan deal, most likely with an obligation to buy in 2027, rather than a permanent transfer. It is believed that Moyes is a “big admirer” of the former Chelsea academy graduate.
Conor Gallagher with a difficult season at Tottenham
Gallagher joined Spurs in the January transfer window on an initial loan with an obligation to buy. His wages are understood to be around £200,000 a week. But his impact in north London has been minimal. Tottenham are embroiled in a relegation battle, and Gallagher has struggled to find consistency.
In 11 appearances for Spurs, he has started nine but completed 90 minutes only three times. His average rating across his last ten matches tells a story of decline. From a 6.4 against Manchester United in early February down to a 6.2 against Crystal Palace in early March, his impact has been minimal. He has managed just one assist all season, with an expected assists (xA) of 0.57.
His passing accuracy sits at 82%, and he averages 0.8 key passes per game. Defensively, he contributes 1.7 tackles per match and wins 4.0 duels on average. Gallagher’s strengths lie in ball retention, interceptions and defensive work. These qualities that would certainly appeal to Moyes, who values midfielders who can win the ball and keep possession simple.
Is Gallagher a good fit for Everton?
Football Insider has revealed that Everton will have a limited budget in the summer transfer window. As a result, loan‑to‑buy deals are more likely than any big‑money move. Gallagher fits that profile perfectly. Tottenham may be open to letting him leave, given their own financial pressures and his lack of impact.
For Everton, the appeal of signing Gallagher might be a decent one. Gallagher is 26, experienced in the Premier League, and has shown at Crystal Palace and Chelsea that he can perform at a high level. His work rate, pressing and ability to cover ground would suit Moyes’ system. A loan with an obligation to buy in 2027 would spread the cost and allow Everton to strengthen without breaking their wage structure.
The player himself may welcome a fresh start. His minutes have dwindled at Spurs, and with the club fighting relegation, his future is uncertain. Everton can offer regular football and the chance to play in Europe next season rather than the Championship with Tottenham.
If Moyes gets his man, Gallagher could be the engine room addition that elevates Everton’s midfield, ahead of potential summer departures at Everton.
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