David Moyes' squad is depleted and signings are needed - how much business will Everton do before the window closes?

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As the 2025 January transfer window nears to a close, you may have noticed the absence of some odd moves that occurred in the summer between two Premier League clubs – such as 19-year-old Omari

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However, the Daily Star report that Manchester United are plotting a £40m bid to win the race in this window and could triple the Cameroon international’s current wages, with head coach Ruben Amorim said to be a huge admirer of his talents. Such an approach is said to be dependent on the Red Devils selling players first.

Those who were sceptical, and there were plenty, are feeling a lot better now. So far so good, and you can just tell by Moyes' body language and his interviews that he feels right back at home.

Araujo’s future at Barcelona appears subject to doubt after his recent return from serious injury, with Juventus having been said to sit in pole position as they look to negotiate a loan deal with the LaLiga giants.

Supporters cannot believe that Jake O'Brien struggled for game time under the former boss, given his performances under new Toffees manager David Moyes. The Republic of Ireland defender has started back to back games in the Premier League under Moyes and helped keep a cleansheet as they defeated Brighton 1-0 away on Saturday.

How a pragmatic masterclass on the south coast left the Brighton players and supporters enraged and deflated in equal measure

Manchester City's Premier League revival gathered pace after a 3-1 win over Chelsea moved Pep Guardiola's team up to fourth in the standings on Saturday. The four-time defending champion remains 12 points behind leader Liverpool, but its unbeaten run in the league extended to six games after a stunning run of defeats at the end of last year.

Plus: Trent Alexander-Arnold shines in Liverpools 4-1 home win over Ipswich; Alexander Isak proves he is the best striker in the Premier League after his two goals in Newcastles win at Southampton; An

Iliman Ndiaye converted a disputed first-half penalty as Everton moved seven points clear of the Premier League relegation zone by beating Brighton 1-0.