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title: "Everton news & talking points: Swap deals, Saudi rejections & right-backs"
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author: "Gary Gowers"
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published: "2026-08-11T18:00:00Z"
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# Everton news & talking points: Swap deals, Saudi rejections & right-backs

**The transfer window at the Hill Dickinson waits for no man, and we had movement today in Everton news!**

From verified squad additions to pundit reaction and fresh full-back targets, here is a complete summary of today’s coverage on ReadEverton:

### **Brennan Johnson arrives as Dwight McNeil departs**

The major story of the day remains the official completion of the direct swap deal between Everton and Crystal Palace. Brennan Johnson has joined the Toffees on a four-year contract, providing David Moyes with direct pace and tactical flexibility across the front line.

In return, Dwight McNeil has completed his move to Selhurst Park. For a deeper breakdown of the trade-off, read our [tactical analysis of what Everton gain in raw speed versus what they lose in set-piece delivery](https://www.google.com/search?q=https://readeverton.com/2026/08/11/brennan-johnson-vs-dwight-mcneil-what-everton-actually-gain-and-lose-in-the-swap/).

### **Pundits weigh in on the McNeil–Johnson swap**

Over on talkSPORT, former players Jamie O’Hara and Gabby Agbonlahor pulled no punches reacting to the deal, with Agbonlahor controversially labeling Johnson “a myth.” Check out our response on how [talkSPORT pundits took aim at Everton’s latest transfer business](https://www.google.com/search?q=https://readeverton.com/2026/08/11/talksport-pundits-criticise-everton-brennan-johnson-swap/) and why Moyes’ tactical plan could prove the critics wrong come opening day.

### **Iliman Ndiaye Turns Down Saudi Arabia**

In major positive news for Everton’s attacking depth, Iliman Ndiaye has formally rejected a lucrative move to Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Hilal. Despite significant financial incentives on the table, the Senegalese international has made it clear that his immediate future lies in the Premier League. Read the full details on how [Ndiaye rejected Saudi billions to stay at Everton](https://www.google.com/search?q=https://readeverton.com/2026/08/11/iliman-ndiaye-rejects-al-hilal-everton-transfer-news/).

### **David Moyes Eyes Second Palace Raid for Daniel Muñoz**

With the McNeil–Johnson deal concluded, Everton could return to Selhurst Park for a second summer signing. Read our exclusive report on how [Everton eye a second Crystal Palace raid for right-back target Daniel Muñoz](https://www.google.com/search?q=https://readeverton.com/2026/08/11/everton-daniel-munoz-crystal-palace-transfer-target/) as David Moyes looks to personally drive a deal to fix the squad’s full-back dilemma.

### **Adam Aznou Commits to Toffees First-Team Push**

Addressing full-back speculation on the left side, an update on 20-year-old defender Adam Aznou confirms he has no plans to leave on loan this summer. Read the full update on why [Adam Aznou has ruled out a loan move to stay and fight for his place under David Moyes](https://www.google.com/search?q=https://readeverton.com/2026/08/11/adam-aznou-everton-loan-update-pre-season/).

### **Live Transfer Tracker Updated**

Finally, all of today’s fast-moving news has been compiled into our central transfer hub. Head over to the [Everton 2026 summer transfer tracker: Every deal, live](https://readeverton.com/everton-2026-summer-transfer-tracker-every-deal-live/) to check out every confirmed incoming, outgoing, and live target as recruitment enters its final stretch.