O'Rourke: Folarin Balogun's 'most likely destination' revealed after Everton latest

Balogun more likely to join Juventus in January than return to the Premier League, with Serie A clubs leading the race for the Monaco forward.

Folarin Balogun is expected to pursue a Serie A move rather than a Premier League return in the January transfer window, according to sources. The 25-year-old rejected a £30 million switch to Everton on Deadline Day in the summer to remain at Monaco, but has since expressed a desire to leave the Ligue 1 club. Juventus are believed to be the frontrunners for his signature, with the Italian giants looking to strengthen their attacking options. Tottenham have also registered interest following their summer pursuit. Everton have moved on from Balogun after he burned bridges by snubbing their offer. The forward has struggled for form and minutes this season, playing just 71 minutes across four substitute appearances and yet to start a game despite being fit.