EXCLUSIVE: Everton tracking Uruguayan winger Maxi Araujo ahead of January window
Jacque Talbot
- Updated: 5 Nov 2023 11:47 GMT
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Everton are tracking Maxi Araujo ahead of the January transfer window, FootballTransfers can reveal.
Sources tell us that the Merseyside club's recruitment team have been closely monitoring the 23-year-old's performances this season for the Mexican club Toluca. Araujo is contracted until June 2026 but is thought to be open to a move to Europe, with Real Betis also believed to be keen.
At present, the club have been playing Dwight McNeil on the left flank, after they failed to secure the signings of Wilfried Gnonto and Luis Sinisterra in the summer. We understand that Everton are set for a proactive 2024 window, with 777 hoping to bring in several names to bolster the side.
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Will 777 Partners assume control of Everton?
The prospective new owners of Everton received the FA's approval to assume leadership roles at the Merseyside club once their takeover is ratified.
Josh Wander and Steven Pasko, co-founders of 777 Partners, have successfully navigated the first set of requirements for their acquisition of the club and the FA has determined that the duo is fit and able to join the board of directors when complete their purchase.
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The Miami-based firm are still yet to pass the Premier League owners' test, an ongoing process, while they still need to finalise their deal with the majority shareholder, Farhad Moshiri, which is pending.
The agreement between Moshiri and 777 Partners was announced by Everton back in September, and at the time it was emphasised the need for a lengthy period of clearance before the deal is formalised.
There have been questions raised about the suitability of 777 Partners, who then released a statement to reassure the Everton fanbase of their intentions and overall philosophy.
The statement read: "777 has always strived to conduct its businesses in line with local laws and regulations. Where it has been suggested otherwise, we will defend our reputation vigorously by all legitimate means."
On the pitch, Sean Dyche’s men have shown an uptick in form, with their latest display being a 1-1 draw with Brighton at Goodison Park on Saturday. It follows wins against Burnley in the League Cup and against West Ham in the Premier League game prior.
