AGREEMENT CONFIRMED; MEDICALS UNDERWAY – Everton Finally Approves Transfer Deal for Player who Would Address the Long-lasting Void in Everton’s Attack

Everton Close in on Albert Gudmundsson as £11m Deal Nears Completion

Everton are on the verge of completing a significant move for Icelandic forward Albert Gudmundsson, with a deal worth around £11 million now verbally agreed, according to sources close to the club.

The 27-year-old striker, currently on the books at Fiorentina, has emerged as a key transfer target for the Toffees as they look to finally address a long-standing void in their attacking line. Everton have lacked a consistent goal threat since the departure of Richarlison, with no player managing to hit double figures in the Premier League since the Brazilian’s 2021/22 campaign.

Gudmundsson’s arrival is seen as a potential solution to that issue. The Iceland international has steadily built a strong reputation in Serie A, having impressed during his time at both Genoa and Fiorentina. Known for his sharp movement, composure in front of goal, and ability to operate across the front line, he offers both versatility and proven European pedigree.

The structure of the agreement, as reported, involves an initial fee in the region of £11 million, with personal terms understood to be close to finalisation. Everton’s recruitment team, led by director of football Kevin Thelwell, have moved swiftly to secure Gudmundsson ahead of competition from other clubs in Italy and Germany.

While official confirmation from either club remains pending, the signals coming from Merseyside suggest confidence that a deal will be completed in the coming days, with medicals expected to be scheduled once paperwork is finalised.

Securing a forward with Gudmundsson’s pedigree would represent a major boost for Everton boss Sean Dyche, who has been clear in his desire to add clinical quality to his side’s attack. With Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s future still uncertain amid ongoing links to a move away from Goodison Park, the need for a reliable, fit and in-form forward has become paramount.

Gudmundsson, who netted 12 goals in all competitions last season for Fiorentina, has also impressed on the international stage with Iceland, offering a blend of technical intelligence and physical commitment that would appear to suit Dyche’s preferred approach.

His ability to operate either as a central striker or in a wider role could also offer tactical flexibility to a squad that struggled for attacking cohesion during stretches of last season.

A source close to the deal told BirminghamWorld: “Everton have been tracking Albert for a while. He’s the kind of player they’ve been crying out for — mobile, intelligent and capable of scoring goals at a high level. The fee is reasonable, and he wants the move.”

Should the transfer be completed as expected, Gudmundsson would become one of Everton’s first major signings of the summer window — and a symbol of the club’s intent to avoid another season of stagnation.

With the club working to rebuild both on and off the pitch following a turbulent few years, the acquisition of a proven forward may go some way toward restoring confidence among supporters ahead of the new campaign.