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title: "Everton news & talking points — Monday August 3, 2026"
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language: "en-GB"
author: "Gary Gowers"
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published: "2026-08-03T17:00:00Z"
modified: "2026-09-22T12:59:18Z"
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# Everton news & talking points — Monday August 3, 2026

It was another busy day on the [Read Everton](https://ww.readeverton.com/) news pages as David Moyes’ side continued their preparations for the new season, with transfer developments and reaction to the weekend’s win over Hamburg dominating the headlines.

Here are today’s main stories.

## Everton player ratings: Who impressed in Hamburg win?

Everton returned from Germany with a positive result after beating Hamburger SV, and we looked at the individual performances that stood out.

Merlin Röhl, [Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/kiernan-dewsbury-hall/profil/spieler/475188) and Thierno Barry were among those to catch the eye, while our player ratings assessed who strengthened their case ahead of the final pre-season fixtures.

## Tim Iroegbunam attracts Hull City interest

Everton midfielder [Tim Iroegbunam](https://readeverton.com/2026/08/03/everton-tim-iroegbunam-hull-city-approach/) was the subject of interest from Hull City, with the Championship club exploring a possible move.

We looked at what the potential transfer could mean for both player and club, with Moyes continuing to shape his squad ahead of the new campaign.

## Jack Grealish transfer update

Everton’s hopes of signing Jack Grealish were also discussed after fresh reports linked the Manchester City winger with interest from [Atletico Madrid](https://readeverton.com/2026/08/03/everton-jack-grealish-atletico-madrid-interest/).

The Blues have been monitoring attacking options this summer, but competition for Grealish’s signature continues to develop.

## Iliman Ndiaye transfer tracker updated

The latest developments surrounding [Iliman Ndiaye](https://readeverton.com/2026/08/03/everton-iliman-ndiaye-al-hilal-transfer-tracker/) were covered as Everton continue to face interest in the Senegal international.

Our live transfer tracker remains the place to follow every update on the winger’s future.

## Alistair Johnston deal not close

Everton’s reported interest in Celtic defender [Alistair Johnston](https://readeverton.com/2026/08/03/everton-alistair-johnston-celtic-deal-not-close/) was also assessed, with the latest information suggesting there is still work to do before any agreement is reached.

## Everton hold Nahuel Molina talks

The Blues were linked with Atletico Madrid defender [Nahuel Molina](https://readeverton.com/2026/08/03/everton-nahuel-molina-atletico-madrid-talks/), with reports of discussions taking place over a possible deal.

We looked at the Argentina international, his profile and where he could fit into Moyes’ plans.

Stay with ReadEverton for all the latest transfer news, analysis and reaction as the countdown to the new season continues.