“Done Deal: Everton Seal Shock £4m Move for Premier League Keeper as Lerma Breaks Silence – Big Statement by Moyes!”

Everton have confirmed the signing of Republic of Ireland international Mark Travers from Bournemouth in a deal worth £4million, as the Merseyside club continue their summer rebuild under new ownership.

Travers, 26, arrives at Goodison Park following a solid spell with the Cherries, where he emerged from their youth ranks to become a reliable figure between the posts. The Irish shot-stopper will now challenge England number one Jordan Pickford for the starting spot at Everton, a move designed to increase competition in a crucial position.

Shortly after signing his contract, Travers took to Instagram to express his delight at the transfer, writing: “Proud to sign for this great club. Ready to give everything for Everton.” Among the well-wishers in the comments was former Bournemouth teammate Jefferson Lerma, who simply commented: “Congrats.”

The signing marks another key move for the Toffees as they prepare for their inaugural season at the state-of-the-art Dickinson Hill Stadium. David Moyes’ side has already been bolstered by the arrival of forward Thierno Barry from Villarreal and the renewal of key contracts for Jarrad Branthwaite, Idrissa Gueye, Seamus Coleman, and Michael Keane.

Everton’s goalkeeping department has undergone a reshuffle, with Asmir Begovic and Joao Virginia both released this summer. Travers now joins Pickford and Harry Tyrer as the club’s three senior options in goal.

Travers made 22 appearances in all competitions last season, keeping five clean sheets in 1,980 minutes of action. While Pickford remains the likely first choice going into the 2025/26 campaign, the new signing is expected to keep the long-serving England international on his toes.

Despite strengthening at the back, Everton’s need for reinforcements in attack remains pressing. Last season, Iliman Ndiaye finished as the club’s top scorer with just nine league goals, and the departure of Dominic Calvert-Lewin has only intensified the urgency for additional firepower.

While the addition of Barry is a step in the right direction, fans are still waiting for further attacking reinforcements. High-profile names such as Jack Grealish and former Toffee Richarlison have been linked with a move to Merseyside, though discussions appear to have cooled in recent weeks.

Behind the scenes, the Friedkin Group’s influence continues to reshape the club. Dan Friedkin, who took over Everton in December 2024, has formed a new global sports entity called Pursuit Sports to oversee his various football assets, including Serie A giants Roma. Dave Beeston, a respected former executive at Clearlake and Fenway Sports Group, has been appointed as CEO.

Everton insider and commentator Paul Quinn, known as The Esk, was quick to welcome the news, posting on X: “Brilliant news. Beeston is a fantastic operator. His philosophy echoes much of the comments I made in my MCO piece. Absolutely delighted by this.”

With clear signs of long-term planning both on and off the pitch, Everton appear to be entering a new era—one built on stability, ambition, and a renewed sense of direction under Moyes and Friedkin.