Everton
Leeds signing this £27m PL flop star could turn out to be the steal of the season
Why Cenk Tosun could be a real coup for Leeds United in January
According to The Athletic, Leeds United could plot a loan swoop for out-of-favour Everton striker Cenk Tosun in January to make him spearhead their surge for promotion if they fail to land any of their preferred targets.
The 28-year-old, who completed a £27million move to Everton from Besiktas back in January 2018, currently finds himself behind the likes of Richarlison, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Moise Kean in the pecking order after failing to live up to expectations at Goodison Park.
Tosun has started only twice in the Premier League for the Toffees this term, with his only goal coming in the 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur last month.
The 42-cap Turkish international has scored just 10 times in 49 appearances for Everton across all competitions so far and his lacklustre form has seen him get linked with a move back to his homeland ahead of the January window. (Aksam h/t Liverpool Echo)
Tosun found himself gathering dust under former manager Marco Silva, but with the club hierarchy pulling the trigger on the Portuguese following a lacklustre run of results, the Turk will be keen to impress Duncan Ferguson, who has been appointed as the new caretaker manager with immediate effect.
However, the 28-year-old could be offered an escape route in January by Championship promotion hopefuls, Leeds United, who are mulling over a loan move for Tosun if they fail to land some of the other targets on their shortlist.
The Whites are at the risk of losing the services of loanee Eddie Nketiah, who has been lined up for a recall by his parent club Arsenal when the transfer window reopens in January (h/t Daily Mail).
Despite scoring 5 times in 13 appearances for the West Yorkshire giants in all competitions, the 20-year-old is yet to start a single game for his loan club in the Championship.
All of Nketiah’s 11 appearances in the Championship so far have come from the bench, with Marcelo Bielsa clearly preferring Patrick Bamford as the undisputed first-choice striker to lead the attack.
Now, with Bamford showing signs of returning to form in recent weeks following a 10-game goal drought in the Championship, Nketiah’s chances of playing regularly at Elland Road look bleak and Arsenal might be forced to bring him back to North London midway through the campaign in order to decide the right course of action for his development.
Leeds have been linked with a loan move for Liverpool academy prospect Rhian Brewster ahead of the mid-season trading period, but with Swansea City, Crystal Palace and Bristol City also in the race to sign the teenager (Daily Mail h/t Sun), it is pretty evident that the Whites are keeping their options open.
Verdict
To put things into perspective, Leeds United’s interest in Cenk Tosun certainly makes sense in footballing terms for a number of reasons and the Turk could well be a big statement signing for the Whites in January.
The 28-year-old might have struggled to deliver the goods in the Premier League but his wealth of experience at the highest level coupled with his previous exploits in the Turkish top-flight means that he could possibly come through the door at Elland Road as an immediate game-changer.
Looking at things from the player’s perspective, it would be a real surprise if he opts to take a step down to join Leeds on loan in the Championship.
However, if he is genuinely interested in making a name for himself in English football, a move to Elland Road could just be the escape route that he needs to get his career back on track following a dismal stint at Everton.
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All in all, there are plenty of talking points involved in this move but it is one that could be a real coup for Leeds United in their surge for promotion to the Premier League.
Everton
Everton WFC Sack Manager After Three and Half Years as Scott Phelan Named Interim Boss for Remainder of Season
Everton Women have parted company with manager Brian Sorensen with immediate effect after more than three and a half years in charge.
The Danish boss departs alongside assistant coaches Stephen Neligan and Ashley Tootle following a disastrous start to the season that saw the Toffees win just one of their opening 14 WSL matches.
Everton Under 18s coach Scott Phelan will take charge of the women’s team for the remainder of the season as interim head coach, with the 37 year old former Everton academy graduate assisted by Jennifer Foster and goalkeeping coach Ian McCaldon.
Terrible Home Record Proves Decisive
The decision to sack Sorensen comes despite Sunday’s 2-1 victory over Aston Villa at Goodison Park, which was secured thanks to a late Martina Fernandez winner. However, that result represented Everton’s first league win of the season after a shocking run of six straight home defeats to start the campaign.
Five of those losses came at their new home Goodison Park following the men’s first team’s move to Hill Dickinson Stadium in the summer. This frankly unacceptable home record made Sorensen’s position untenable regardless of the Villa win.
Phelan Faces Huge Challenge
Everton CEO Angus Kinnear thanked the departing coaching staff but admitted a change was necessary. “Sunday’s first win of the season at Goodison Park was important, but it has become evident that a change of direction is necessary to ensure the progression on the pitch we are all striving for.”
The Toffees currently sit ninth in the WSL table, just four points above bottom placed Liverpool. Phelan’s first match in temporary charge takes place this Sunday when Everton travel to London City Lionesses, where new signing Zara Kramžar could make her debut.
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Everton
Everton WFC Sign Slovenian Midfielder on Deadline Day as 20-Year-Old Becomes First Player From Her Nation to Play in WSL
Everton completed a deadline day signing of Slovenian midfielder Zara Kramžar, with the 20 year old set to make history as the first player from her nation to feature in the Women’s Super League. The Toffees secured their new star late in the transfer window during what proved to be a chaotic period for the club.
Kramžar joins from Italian side Roma, where she spent the past two years after breaking through in her home country. The midfielder became the first player born in 2006 to play in Serie A and won back to back titles with Roma before being loaned to Como for experience.
Young Star Targets WSL Success
“I feel so excited. I think we all worked a lot for this. I am happy to be here and start my journey,” Kramžar explained after completing the move. “It is nice to be the first Slovenian in the WSL. I am excited to show on the pitch what I can do now.”
The midfielder also revealed her long held ambition to play in England. “I enjoyed playing in Italy but I’ve always wanted to go to England, I think it is the best league in the world. I am excited to see the level here.”
Arrives During Chaotic Period at Everton
Kramžar’s signing came during an extremely turbulent time for the Toffees. Brian Sorensen was in charge when she signed, but just hours after her arrival in Merseyside, the Danish manager was sacked following poor results.
Scott Phelan has been announced as interim manager for the remainder of the season, meaning Kramžar will play under a different boss than the one who brought her to the club. This is hardly ideal for a young player moving to a new league, but the 20 year old will be determined to make an immediate impact.
Everton face London City Lionesses this weekend, where Kramžar could potentially make her debut and WSL history.
Everton Women host Brighton and Hove Albion on Friday evening as Brian Sørensen’s side look to climb out of the relegation zone. The Toffees sit 10th in the WSL table with 11 points from 13 matches, just four points above bottom placed Liverpool with only one team facing relegation this season.
Brighton arrive at Walton Hall Park sitting ninth with 11 points from their campaign, making this a crucial six pointer for both sides desperate to move away from danger. Interim manager Chris Roberts has steadied the ship since Dario Vidošić’s absence, but the Seagulls remain perilously close to the drop zone.
Kick-off: 19:00 GMT, Friday, January 24, 2026
Venue: Walton Hall Park, Liverpool
TV: TBC
Sørensen Welcomes Key Returns
Everton have encouraging injury news with several players returning to the squad. However, they will be without veteran striker Toni Duggan while Heather Payne faces a late fitness test after reporting back from international duty with an Achilles problem. Goalkeeper Emily Ramsey has suffered another setback by twisting her ankle in training this week.
Sørensen signed a new contract extension recently and desperately needs results to justify the club’s faith. The Toffees have struggled for consistency this season and cannot afford to drop points against direct rivals.
Brighton Dangerous Despite Defensive Issues
Brighton welcome back veteran defender Maria Thorisdottir and striker Pauline Bremer but will be without midfielder Vicky Losada due to suspension. The Seagulls have just one clean sheet in 18 league games this season, with only relegated sides conceding more. This represents a golden opportunity for Everton.
Predicted Lineups:
Everton (4-2-3-1): Brosnan; Vanhaevermaet, Wheeler, Payne, Finnigan; Clare, Hayashi; Thomas, Gago, Bissell; Vignola
Brighton (4-3-3): Walsh; Pattinson, Thorisdottir, Pattinson, Bergsvand; Losada, Kullberg, Aparicio; Bremer, Terland, Caeiro
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