Everton Lead Push for Juventus Defender Federico Gatti After Bid Rejected

Overview

• Everton have had an initial offer for Juventus centre-back Federico Gatti rejected and are preparing a new bid, according to Italian reports.
• Juventus are expected to seek about €20–25 million for the 27-year-old, who remains tied to the club on a deal running to 2030.
• Gatti has turned down an approach from Galatasaray and is aiming for a move to the Premier League, with Aston Villa, Crystal Palace and Fulham linked.
• The defender has slipped down Luciano Spalletti’s depth chart after a broken fibula earlier this year, and he has not completed a full league match since late February.
• Scouts view him as strong in the air and comfortable on the ball, though he can struggle against pace and racks up bookings, which Everton must weigh as they try to shore up a thin back line.