Everton and Crystal Palace Battle for Hayden Hackney as Offers Near £20m
The fee being offered will determine whether Middlesbrough holds out for roughly £25m or secures immediate summer transfer income.
Overview
- Citing Thursday's reports, Everton are preparing a higher third bid that would push their package close to an initial £20 million with add-ons and expect a quick resolution.
- The same coverage says Crystal Palace are ready to submit a near‑£20m offer, creating a direct contest between the two Premier League clubs.
- Middlesbrough have rejected at least two earlier proposals, including one understood to be about £15m, and value Hackney nearer to £25m.
- Hayden Hackney is reported to prefer Everton and arrives with strong form from 2025–26, including six goals, seven assists, Championship Player of the Season honours and England U21 success.
- With one year left on his contract, a sale this summer would ease Middlesbrough's financial planning and end a transfer chase also being monitored by Tottenham and Manchester United.