Everton finalizes €50 million deal for USMNT striker Folarin Balogun from Monaco
Everton have reached a full agreement with Monaco to sign American striker Folarin Balogun for a fixed fee of €45 million plus €5 million in add-ons and a sell-on clause. The 25-year-old has agreed personal terms on a four-year contract with a one-year extension option and is set to travel for a medical. However, L'Équipe reports the move may be in doubt due to delays in Everton's sale of Iliman Ndiaye to Manchester City before the transfer window closes.
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Balogun Omitted from Monaco's Europa Conference League Squad After Failed Everton Transfer
Folarin Balogun was not included in Monaco's 25-man squad for the UEFA Europa Conference League group stage, following a dramatic failed transfer to Everton on deadline day. According to Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro, a deal was agreed for Balogun to join Everton, which would have allowed Monaco to keep midfielder Lamine Camara. However, Everton raised concerns during Balogun's medical, leading Chelsea to probe for Camara. Everton later renegotiated and agreed to proceed, but Balogun refused to sign, feeling disrespected by Everton's medical doubts. This left both players at Monaco, angering Chelsea. Scuro defended Monaco's actions, stating they respected Balogun's decision and that the club was not the 'bad guy.' Balogun's future is uncertain, with potential moves to leagues with open transfer windows.
Inside Everton's transfer window: No Balogun, no Ndiaye, and a squad with one striker and a left-back
The Athletic reports on Everton's disastrous summer 2026 transfer window, which left manager David Moyes with a threadbare 18-man squad. The club's primary target, USMNT striker Folarin Balogun, agreed to a £40 million move from Monaco but pulled out at the last minute after complications arose during his medical. Everton had already sold their only other senior striker, Beto, to Fiorentina in anticipation of Balogun's arrival, leaving them with just Thierno Barry up front until January. Backup targets Tammy Abraham and Joshua Zirkzee also fell through. The article details the chaotic final days of the window, including late-night negotiations and Monaco's public criticism of Everton's handling of the medical data. The failed transfer caps a disappointing summer for Everton fans who had hoped for squad improvement.
Read sourceMonaco CEO Says Balogun Refused Everton Transfer After Medical Trust Issues
Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro revealed that striker Folarin Balogun's last-minute transfer to Everton collapsed due to the player's dissatisfaction with the club's medical examination method. Scuro stated that Monaco and Everton had agreed on a €45 million fixed fee plus €5 million in add-ons, totaling up to €50 million. Balogun traveled to Liverpool on Tuesday morning for a medical and to prepare for signing. However, around 7 PM, Everton raised questions about Balogun's medical results, specifically regarding recent knee pain. Both Monaco's medical team and Balogun's personal doctor deemed Everton's concerns unfounded. Despite the Premier League granting an extra hour to complete formalities, and both clubs signing the documents, Balogun himself decided not to sign at the last moment. Scuro explained that Balogun felt Everton's doubts about his future physical condition indicated a lack of trust, making him unwilling to commit to a long-term contract.
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Everton, Monaco, Chelsea left frustrated after chaotic Balogun transfer collapse
The Athletic reports a chaotic end to the summer transfer window involving Everton, Monaco, and Chelsea. Monaco had planned to sell striker Folarin Balogun, who scored 19 goals last season. Everton flagged medical concerns about Balogun late on deadline day, leading Monaco to pivot and agree a €55 million deal with Chelsea for midfielder Camara. However, after restructuring the Balogun deal with reduced upfront fees, Monaco revived it and informed Chelsea the Camara deal was off at 11 p.m., infuriating the London club. Balogun ultimately refused to sign for Everton, citing discomfort over how his medical was handled. Monaco failed to sell a key asset, Everton were left with only Thierno Barry as a striker, and Chelsea lost Camara. The article highlights the human impact on players, with Camara's agent criticizing the treatment of African players as commodities.
Read sourceFolarin Balogun's failed Everton transfer triggers chaotic chain of events involving Chelsea and Monaco
This article from The Athletic details the extraordinary chain of events on the final day of the summer 2026 transfer window that led to the collapse of Folarin Balogun's move from Monaco to Everton. Balogun, a USMNT striker who impressed at the 2026 World Cup, flew to Liverpool on a private jet on Tuesday, September 1, expecting to finalize a €45m deal. However, Everton flagged an issue during his medical, which Monaco's CEO Thiago Scuro stated made no sense to their medical staff. This medical concern caused Everton to halt the transfer, which in turn led to the collapse of Chelsea's deal to sign Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara. The article also notes that Everton had already sanctioned the sale of Beto to Fiorentina based on Balogun's arrival, and that Balogun had been a top target for manager David Moyes. The failed transfer was part of a dramatic series of events involving Monaco, Everton, Chelsea, and one of Balogun's teammates.
Read sourceFolarin Balogun's failed Everton transfer triggers chain reaction involving Chelsea and Monaco
This article details the chaotic collapse of Folarin Balogun's transfer from Monaco to Everton on deadline day, and the subsequent domino effect that derailed Chelsea's deal for Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara. Balogun flew to Liverpool on a private jet on September 1, 2026, after Everton agreed a €45m fee with Monaco. However, the transfer fell through after delays and complications during his medical at Everton's training ground. Everton had already sanctioned Beto's €18m move to Fiorentina in anticipation of Balogun's arrival. The collapse of the Balogun deal then caused Monaco to pull out of their agreement to sell Lamine Camara to Chelsea, as they had planned to use the Balogun funds to finance a replacement. The Athletic spoke to multiple sources to reconstruct the extraordinary chain of events that saw three major transfers unravel in the final hours of the window.
Read sourceMonaco CEO defends club amid chaotic deadline day transfer collapses
Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro held a press conference to explain the chaotic final day of the summer transfer window, where two major deals collapsed. Folarin Balogun traveled to Liverpool for an Everton medical but refused to sign after the club raised health concerns that Monaco and the player's medical team considered unfounded. Everton eventually confirmed Balogun had no issues, but the player declined to sign, citing discomfort with how he was treated. Meanwhile, Chelsea attempted to exploit the situation by pursuing Lamine Camara, but Monaco halted those talks when Everton re-confirmed the Balogun deal. The failed transfers left Monaco unable to fully meet DNCG financial targets, as Balogun's departure was key to balancing the books. Scuro defended Monaco's actions, saying the club was not the 'villain' and that all parties engaged in normal transfer market gamesmanship. He also suggested the French transfer window should close later to protect clubs from Premier League timing advantages.
Read sourceEverton fails to sign Balogun, refuses free agent market despite striker shortage
According to the Telegraph, Everton failed to sign Folarin Balogun from Monaco on transfer deadline day, leaving their forward line with only Thierno Barry as a recognized center-forward after selling Beto. The club has no intention of entering the free agent market despite the availability of high-profile players like Benzema, Vardy, and Martial. The deal collapsed after Balogun changed his mind following Everton's medical department raising concerns about his health, which Monaco and the player's own medical team disputed. Monaco sporting director Thiago Scuro confirmed the player felt uncomfortable with how he was treated. Everton also attempted to sign Joshua Zirkzee and Tammy Abraham as alternatives. The club has faced heavy criticism from fans, with fan group '1878s' issuing a statement expressing dissatisfaction. CEO Angus Kinnear is among those criticized. The article also includes an analysis of the best available free agents, including Pogba, Sterling, Mahrez, Sancho, Alaba, and Carvajal, who could be signed by Premier League clubs at any time.
Folarin Balogun could still leave Monaco after failed Everton transfer, CEO says
Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro has stated that the club will hold discussions with USMNT striker Folarin Balogun about a potential move elsewhere, after his deadline-day transfer to Everton collapsed. The deal fell through on September 1, 2026, when Balogun decided against the move following issues that arose during his medical examination. Scuro confirmed that both clubs had signed paperwork and submitted a deal sheet to the Premier League, but Balogun felt mistreated by Everton and doubted the club's concerns about his health. The 25-year-old striker is now set to return to Monaco, but Scuro indicated that other transfer markets remain open, including in Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and the United States, and a deal could be sought before Thursday. The failed transfer has left Everton with only Thierno Barry as a recognized No. 9 after Beto's departure to Fiorentina and Iliman Ndiaye's move to Manchester City.
Read sourceFolarin Balogun may still leave Monaco after failed Everton transfer, CEO says
Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro announced that the club will hold discussions with striker Folarin Balogun about a potential move elsewhere after his deadline-day transfer to Everton collapsed. The deal fell through on September 1, 2026, when Balogun decided against joining Everton following issues that arose during his medical examination. Scuro stated that both clubs had signed paperwork and submitted a deal sheet to the Premier League, but Balogun felt mistreated by Everton and uncomfortable with the doubts raised about his health. The Monaco CEO confirmed that other transfer markets remain open, including leagues with financial capacity to sign the 25-year-old USMNT international. Balogun's departure was part of Monaco's financial plan, as the club typically sells players after their third season. Everton, meanwhile, failed to secure a replacement striker after losing Beto to Fiorentina and having a bid for Manchester United's Joshua Zirkzee rejected, leaving Thierno Barry as their only recognized number nine.
Read sourceFolarin Balogun could still leave Monaco after failed Everton transfer, says CEO
Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro has stated that the club will hold discussions with USMNT striker Folarin Balogun about a potential move elsewhere, following the collapse of his deadline-day transfer to Everton. The deal fell through after Balogun decided against the move, feeling mistreated by Everton due to issues that arose during his medical examination. Scuro confirmed that both clubs had signed paperwork and submitted a deal sheet to the Premier League, but Balogun ultimately refused to sign. With the European transfer window closed, Monaco is now exploring options in other markets still open, including Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and the United States. The failed transfer has left Everton without a recognized No. 9 after Beto's departure, while Balogun returns to Monaco where his departure was part of the club's financial plan.
Read sourceL'Équipe: Monaco's Balogun transfer to Everton collapses, Saudi or Turkey move possible
French media outlet L'Équipe reports that AS Monaco's transfer of American forward Folarin Balogun to Everton fell through at the last minute on Tuesday evening. Monaco had prioritized this deal over Lamine Camara's transfer to Chelsea, but after final negotiations with Everton failed, Balogun left the training ground. The 25-year-old American striker could still move to leagues where the transfer window remains open, such as the Saudi Arabian or Turkish leagues. Monaco accepted Chelsea's final offer for Camara after initially rejecting it, but the Balogun deal's collapse surprised the club. The transfer window for Monaco is now closed, but Balogun's potential departure to Saudi Arabia or Turkey remains possible.
Read sourceFolarin Balogun walks away from Everton after medical issue derails €45 million transfer
Folarin Balogun's proposed transfer to Everton collapsed at the last minute after a medical examination revealed issues that prompted renegotiation. The 25-year-old USMNT striker, who became the face of the 2026 World Cup and signed with LeBron James' Klutch Sports agency, had agreed to a €45 million deal plus €5 million in add-ons and a sell-on clause with Monaco. After traveling to Merseyside for the medical on Tuesday, both sides attempted to renegotiate terms, but Balogun ultimately decided not to sign and left Everton's Finch Farm training ground. Everton had submitted a 'deal confirmation form' to the Premier League for an extra two-hour window, but the player walked away. The Athletic report notes Balogun's record at Monaco—31 goals and 9 assists in 91 appearances—has been hampered by injuries, and questions remain about his ability to shine in the competitive Premier League. His performance data shows a scoring rate of 0.38 goals per 90 minutes before a recent hot streak, and Opta power rankings suggest only two Ligue 1 teams could compete in England. Everton was seen as a suitable transitional step for the striker.
Read sourceFolarin Balogun stranded in anonymity after late collapse of Everton transfer move
Folarin Balogun, the USMNT forward who starred at the 2026 World Cup with three goals and became a global face of the tournament, saw a high-profile summer transfer to Everton collapse at the last minute. After agreeing to a $52.3 million deal with Monaco, Balogun traveled to Merseyside for a medical, but issues arose during the examination. Despite Everton submitting a dealsheet to the Premier League for an extra two-hour window, Balogun left the training ground and opted not to sign. The failed move leaves him to return to Monaco, playing in a half-empty 16,360-seat stadium in a league with limited US viewership. The article notes that other Premier League clubs like Tottenham and Aston Villa pursued alternative strikers, and Balogun's agent, Klutch Sports (linked to LeBron James), had been positioning him for a major move. The outcome is described as hugely disappointing for Balogun, who seemed poised to leap back to England after his World Cup heroics.
Read sourceFolarin Balogun stranded in anonymity after his wild summer takes another stunning twist
USMNT forward Folarin Balogun, who was the breakout star of the 2026 World Cup with three goals and a high-profile media presence, saw a late-summer transfer to Everton collapse on deadline day. After a medical revealed issues, Balogun opted not to sign the deal despite Everton submitting a dealsheet to the Premier League for extra time. The failed move leaves Balogun returning to AS Monaco, a club with a small stadium and a league with limited visibility in the US and UK. The article details how Balogun's summer began with World Cup glory, a partnership with LeBron James' Klutch Sports agency, and appearances on major morning shows, but ended in frustration as Premier League clubs like Tottenham and Aston Villa chose other strikers. Everton had agreed to pay €45 million plus add-ons, but the deal fell through after renegotiation attempts failed. Balogun now faces a return to relative anonymity in Ligue 1.
Read sourceEverton's move for Balogun collapses after US international decides not to sign
Everton's deadline-day pursuit of Folarin Balogun collapsed after the US international decided not to proceed with the transfer, according to The Athletic's David Ornstein and Fabrizio Romano. The Premier League club had renegotiated terms with Monaco after the 25-year-old forward encountered issues during his medical. Everton submitted transfer documents to gain a two-hour grace period, but Balogun left Finch Farm without signing. Everton had agreed a deal with Monaco earlier on Tuesday, with the fee reported as €45 million plus €5 million in add-ons by Monaco sources, while Everton sources valued it at around £40 million. The Merseyside club also made an unsuccessful offer for Manchester United's Zirkzee. Balogun made 43 appearances for Monaco last season, scoring 19 goals and providing 5 assists. Arsenal retain a 17.5% sell-on clause from his 2023 transfer. The article also notes Balogun's controversial World Cup red card suspension that was overturned after intervention from US President Donald Trump.
Read sourceFolarin Balogun's move to Everton off after USMNT striker decides against transfer
Everton's move for USMNT striker Folarin Balogun has collapsed after the 25-year-old decided against the transfer on deadline day. The Premier League club had renegotiated a deal with Monaco after issues arose during Balogun's medical. Everton submitted a dealsheet to secure extra time to complete the transfer, but Balogun left their Finch Farm training ground without signing. The initial agreement between the clubs was worth around €45 million plus €5 million in add-ons. Everton had been seeking attacking reinforcements after selling Beto to Fiorentina and Iliman Ndiaye to Manchester City. They did secure Jack Grealish on loan from Manchester City and Tyrique George from Chelsea. Balogun made headlines at the 2026 World Cup when his red card suspension was controversially overturned after an intervention from U.S. President Donald Trump. He scored 19 goals and added five assists in 43 games for Monaco in the 2025-26 season. Arsenal retain a 17.5% sell-on clause from his 2023 sale to Monaco.
Read sourceFolarin Balogun's move to Everton off after USMNT striker decides against move
Folarin Balogun's transfer to Everton from Monaco has collapsed after the USMNT striker decided against the move on transfer deadline day. The Premier League club had renegotiated the deal after issues arose during the 25-year-old's medical. Everton submitted a dealsheet to secure extra time, but Balogun left Everton's Finch Farm training ground without signing. Everton had agreed a €45 million plus €5 million add-ons deal with Monaco earlier on Tuesday, but doubts grew as deadline day progressed. The Merseyside club also made an offer for Manchester United's Joshua Zirkzee, which was rejected. Balogun made global headlines at the 2026 World Cup after his red card suspension was controversially overturned following an intervention from U.S. President Donald Trump. He scored 19 goals and added five assists in 43 appearances for Monaco last season. Arsenal retained a 17.5% sell-on clause from his 2023 sale. Everton had been seeking attacking reinforcements after Beto left for Fiorentina and Iliman Ndiaye joined Manchester City.
Read sourceFolarin Balogun's move to Everton collapses after USMNT striker rejects transfer
Everton's attempt to sign USMNT striker Folarin Balogun from Monaco has fallen through after the 25-year-old decided against the transfer on deadline day. The Premier League club had renegotiated a deal after issues arose during Balogun's medical, and submitted a dealsheet to the Premier League for a two-hour grace period past the 11pm BST deadline. However, Balogun left Everton's Finch Farm training ground without signing. The initial agreement between the clubs was reportedly worth €45 million plus €5 million in add-ons. Everton then made an unsuccessful late offer for Manchester United's Joshua Zirkzee. Balogun made global headlines at the 2026 World Cup after his red card suspension was controversially overturned following an intervention from U.S. President Donald Trump. He scored 19 goals and added five assists in 43 games for Monaco in the 2025-26 season. Arsenal retain a 17.5% sell-on clause from his 2023 sale. Everton had been seeking attacking reinforcements after Beto left for Fiorentina and Iliman Ndiaye joined Manchester City, while they signed Tyrique George from Chelsea and Jack Grealish on loan from Manchester City on deadline day.
Everton's Zirkzee Deal Stalls; Club Seeks Discount on Monaco's Balogun
According to The Athletic UK's David Ornstein, Everton's attempt to sign Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee has stalled after United refused to sell, citing insufficient time to find a replacement before the transfer deadline at 23:00 BST. As an alternative, Everton is renegotiating with Monaco for Folarin Balogun, a US international. The initial agreement for Balogun was a €45 million fee plus €5 million in add-ons, but Everton now seeks to lower the upfront payment while increasing performance-related clauses. Monaco sources confirmed the original terms, while Everton sources value the deal at around £40 million. The Merseyside club faces a tight deadline to finalize any transfer before the window closes.
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