Overview

• Everton are in talks with Villarreal to sign 22-year-old Barry, who scored 11 La Liga goals and added four assists last season.
• Manager Marcelino confirmed Villarreal would welcome Barry’s departure if the club assesses the incoming fee as appropriate.
• Barry’s exit from France’s Under-21 Championship following their semi-final loss to Germany clears the way for transfer discussions.
• The striker’s contract includes a £34 million release clause, though Everton are seeking to agree on a lower transfer fee.
• The potential acquisition is part of David Moyes’s summer rebuild, which also involves Carlos Alcaraz’s signing, interest in Kenny Tete, and uncertainty over Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s expiring contract.