- With Dyche very keen on bringing in new wide options this summer, Sports World Ghana recently reported exclusively that the Toffees could sign Sulemana in a loan-to-buy agreement this summer, with Southampton now open to letting him leave.
- The Saints are keen to get a return on their investment in the £40k-per-week forward, and the buy option is expected to amount to £25m, £3m more than they paid for him during the January transfer window.
Everton, have not given up on their pursuit for Ghana international Kamaldeen Sulemana in the ongoing summer transfer window.
Having missed out on the 21-year-old in the winter, it appears as though Dyche could stand a good chance of signing him this summer, but the Saints are not willing to sanction a permanent sale during the current window.
The Ghanaian was not exactly prolific for the Saints last season, scoring just two goals in 18 Premier League games, having scored four in 20 Ligue 1 games for Rennes in the prior season, but he does have a number of other impressive attributes.
During his time in the French top flight, the youngster was lauded by CNN’s John Sinnott, who said: “Rennes 2-0 up against PSG with about 20 minutes to play. Kamaldeen Sulemana, who is 19, has been superb. Incredible work ethic, quick and skilful. Reminds me a bit of Mane.”
Prior to competing his move to Southampton, the former Rennes man was making a name for himself in Ligue 1 due to his dribbling ability, completing an average of 4.6 dribbles per 90 up until January 27th, second only to Jeremy Doku (250+ minutes played.)
Sulemana is still very young, so he can be forgiven for not making a huge impact in a struggling Southampton side last season, and his performances in Ligue 1 indicate he is far too good to be playing in the Championship.
As such, Everton should definitely try and pursue a deal, although the Saints’ asking price of £25m may be a little high, given that he is yet to prove himself in the top flight.
