Godwin ObajeJack Harrison Ready for Everton Return After £10m Price Tag Emerges
Jack Harrison is reportedly keen on making a permanent move back to Everton this summer, with Leeds United open to letting the winger leave for a fee of around £10million.
The 28-year-old enjoyed a productive loan spell at Goodison Park last season, playing a key role under David Moyes as the Toffees secured a 13th-place finish in the Premier League. According to SportsBoom (14 July), Harrison would “welcome the chance” to return to Merseyside, with Everton showing serious interest in making his stay permanent.
Despite the recent arrival of striker Thierno Barry from Villarreal, Everton are still short on attacking options, particularly out wide. The departures of Armando Broja and Jesper Lindstrom following their loan spells, combined with Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s decision to run down his contract, have left Moyes needing further reinforcements in attack.
Leeds United, meanwhile, appear ready to cash in. Harrison is said to be surplus to requirements at Elland Road under Daniel Farke, and with interest from other clubs, including Burnley, competition for his signature is heating up. However, Everton are believed to be in pole position to strike a deal.
Harrison’s numbers from last season may not jump off the page — one goal and one assist in 34 Premier League appearances — but his work rate, versatility and understanding of Moyes’ system have made him a valuable asset.
His potential return would offer a timely boost to Everton’s attacking depth, with David Moyes keen to rebuild a squad capable of competing in the upper half of the Premier League table. The Scotsman has already begun reshaping his team, overseeing the arrivals of Barry and goalkeeper Mark Travers, while also securing new contracts for key figures like Jarrad Branthwaite, Seamus Coleman, Michael Keane, and Idrissa Gueye.
But Moyes knows more is needed if the Toffees are to build on the progress made in the second half of last season. Iliman Ndiaye — Everton’s top scorer last term — and Dwight McNeil remain key to the club’s forward play, but beyond them, the squad lacks real depth.
Harrison’s familiarity with the Everton setup, combined with his availability for a relatively modest fee, makes him a logical target. With a new stadium debut on the horizon at Bramley-Moore Dock, the pressure is on for Everton to field a side worthy of the occasion.
As things stand, the ball is in Everton’s court. Harrison wants the move, Leeds are open to selling, and Moyes needs reinforcements. A deal in the region of £10million could be enough to bring the winger back to Goodison on a permanent basis — and Everton fans may not have to wait long for good news.
Godwin Obaje
