Everton's chances of signing Folarin Balogun in January revealed

Everton unlikely to revive Balogun pursuit in January; Moyes focused on loan signings instead after September deal collapsed.

Everton are holding back on reigniting a move for Monaco striker Folarin Balogun despite his stated desire to play in the Premier League. The 25-year-old came close to joining the Toffees for £40 million on Deadline Day in September but walked out of their Finch Farm training ground after a change of heart, leaving the deal unsealed.

Balogun has since admitted he remains open to a Premier League move, but sources indicate Everton are unlikely to return with another offer. Manager David Moyes is not expected to receive the budget needed to pursue Balogun, with owner The Friedkin Group instead prioritising loan signings. The relationship appears damaged following the acrimonious way the September move ended, with the player's late withdrawal also affecting Monaco's transfer plans.

Everton are instead exploring alternatives including Bayer Leverkusen's Christian Kofane, Club Brugge's Nicolo Tresoldi, and Real Sociedad's Orri Oskarsson ahead of the January window.