Overview
- Multiple outlets over the weekend reported Everton have made an initial enquiry for Sporting CP right-back Georgios Vagiannidis and that Sporting could accept about €10m, but no formal bid has been submitted.
- The approach follows Seamus Coleman’s confirmed departure and reflects Everton’s search for a first-choice right-back after relying on centre-back Jake O’Brien to fill the role.
- Nathan Patterson has made only eight appearances this season, has a history of injuries and one year left on his contract, making his exit more likely if Everton sign a new starter.
- Vagiannidis joined Sporting from Panathinaikos last summer on a long-term deal but started sparingly in 2025–26, a factor reportedly making Sporting willing to sell despite his contract running until 2030.
- Other clubs, including Villarreal, have also enquired about Vagiannidis, and Everton could pair any signing with an experienced backup or move O’Brien back to central defence to sharpen the squad.