Overview
- Tyrique George is available to face Fulham after his deadline-day move from Chelsea, with Everton holding an option to make the transfer permanent.
- Dwight McNeil remained at the club after Crystal Palace’s late move fell through when the London side pulled out of the proposed deal.
- A fitness decision on Vitalii Mykolenko could reshape the back line after Moyes used four centre backs at Brighton, with Grealish the only confirmed absentee.
- Everton kept senior business limited in January, opting for a cautious approach and sending several academy players out on loan.
- James Garner agreed a new long-term contract and Harrison Armstrong returned from loan and impressed, giving Moyes additional midfield and wide options.