Everton Target Loan Midfielder in January, Consider Mainoo and Phillips

Loans are preferred pending parent‑club approval.

Overview

Idrissa Gueye’s AFCON duty has left Everton short in central midfield for the coming weeks.
Sky Sports-linked reports say the club is exploring loans for Kobbie Mainoo of Manchester United and Kalvin Phillips of Manchester City, with no formal moves disclosed.
Kalvin Phillips has featured for only seven minutes this season and is described as outside Pep Guardiola’s immediate plans.
Some reports suggest Manchester United could be reluctant to release Mainoo in January due to their own squad needs.
David Moyes is seeking a Premier League‑ready option, and any deal will hinge on wages, terms, and assurances that a loan benefits the player’s development.