Everton Lunchtime Round-Up, Wednesday 21st October 2026: Blues Linked with Club Brugge Hitman Tresoldi After Chelsea Reality Check

Everton are reportedly keeping tabs on Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi, who recently scored a Champions League hat-trick, with TEAMtalk reporting that David Moyes could look to bolster his attacking options when the January window opens (Read Everton).

The mood around Hill Dickinson Stadium has been more sober since the weekend, with Royal Blue Mersey reflecting on Everton's unbeaten start coming to an end following their stumble against Chelsea (Royal Blue Mersey). The Liverpool Echo adds that there are warnings of "dark clouds gathering" at the club after criticism of how the Friedkin Group handled the summer transfer window, with the club now reportedly up for sale (Liverpool Echo). Former winger Pat Nevin has gone further, telling supporters that avoiding relegation should remain Everton's top priority given his concerns over the depth of Moyes' squad following the Chelsea defeat (Read Everton).

On a brighter note, Everton.com reports that Hackney has spoken about aims inspired by David Moyes and his excitement ahead of the derby (EvertonFC.com).

There's also encouraging news on the striker front, with Thierno Barry - who turns 24 today and has scored six goals this season - said to be responding well to the extra responsibility Moyes has given him (Read Everton). Former Everton forward Louis Saha, speaking to the Liverpool Echo, said it was "a good sign" to hear how Barry's search for goals is progressing behind the scenes (Liverpool Echo) (Read Everton).

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