Everton have joined the transfer battle to sign promising Sevilla full-back Juanlu Sanchez, according to TEAMtalk.
The Toffees are believed to be considering an offer for the 21-year-old right-back, as David Moyes is keen to bring in a new wide defender before the September 1 deadline.
Everton are on the lookout for a right-back following Ashley Young’s departure on a free transfer last month, as Nathan Patterson has struggled to impress in pre-season, while captain Seamus Coleman is now 36.
Sevilla are reportedly open to offers for Juanlu this month and are demanding a fee in the region of €15m (£13m).
Everton Battling Wolves to Sign Juanlu
Sevilla open to selling the 21-year-old defender
Everton are facing late competition from Wolves for Juanlu’s signature, with Vitor Pereira’s side also keen on the Spain U21 international and now said to be ‘pushing’ for a deal.
Juanlu is also attracting interest from Serie A winners Napoli and has reportedly agreed personal terms, although club-to-club talks have been ongoing for over a month without a breakthrough.
The ‘special’ Spanish defender, who made his Sevilla debut in December 2021, was a regular under boss Matias Almeyda last season, making 35 appearances across all competitions and registering 10 goal contributions.
He was rewarded with a contract extension in April, tying him to Sevilla until June 2029.
Everton are now close to confirming Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s arrival from Chelsea, having agreed a deal worth around £29m.
The Toffees are expected to announce further signings next week and are targeting a right-sided forward as their top priority.
Juanlu’s Sevilla Stats (2024/25 La Liga)
Games
32
Goals
4
Assists
4
Yellow cards
4
Minutes played
1,724
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Statistics courtesy of Fbref and Transfermarkt. Correct as of 05-08-25.