{"id":68638,"date":"2025-11-04T15:09:37","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T15:09:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sportscasting.com\/uk\/?p=68638"},"modified":"2025-11-04T15:09:37","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T15:09:37","slug":"everton-striker-targets-january-transfer-window","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sportscasting.com\/uk\/news\/everton-striker-targets-january-transfer-window\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Everton Striker Targets That Could Take Toffees Back To Europe"},"content":{"rendered":"

We’re taking a look at five Everton striker targets that could make all the difference if the Toffees are able to sign them in January.<\/strong><\/p>\n

With Everton improving under David Moyes, it seems a top-quality striker is one piece of the puzzle that’s yet to be solved.<\/p>\n

The Merseyside outfit have looked good in many of their games so far, but lacked the cutting edge of many rivals.<\/p>\n

Jack Grealish’s arrival has galvanised their attack. But for every gilt-edged chance he fashions, it feels like Everton’s strikers are as likely to scuff it wide or blast it over as they are to find the back of the net.<\/p>\n

Everton’s Monday Night Football performance<\/strong><\/a> this week, where they drew 1-1 with Sunderland at the Stadium of light, highlighted how poorly their forwards are shooting.<\/p>\n

Everton’s Striker Problems Costing Them Points<\/h2>\n

Current options Beto and Thierno Barry simply aren’t delivering at present.<\/p>\n

The pair have just two goals between them in all competition, both courtesy of Beto.<\/p>\n

It’s beyond clear that a proven centre forward is something Everton are desperate for.<\/p>\n

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Beto has scored just twice this season for Everton.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

They have scored just 10 league goals this season, with an xG (expected goals) tally of more than 13.<\/p>\n

This shows that not only are their forwards not getting into good positions, they are missing the chances they do get.<\/p>\n

The all-round improvement under Moyes has been noticeable.<\/p>\n

But for Everton to kick on and re-establish themselves as a top-half team with European aspirations, a striker is vital in January.<\/p>\n

Below, we have picked out five options that could help fire the Toffees back into Europe.<\/p>\n

Everton Striker Targets For January Window<\/h2>\n

Ivan Toney – Al-Ahli<\/h3>\n

First up, Ivan Toney has been heavily linked with a return to the Premier League.<\/p>\n

Still only 29, the former Brentford man is in the peak of his career.<\/p>\n

With 72 goals in 141 games for the Bees, Toney is absolutely proven in the Premier League.<\/p>\n

His physicality and hold-up play means he can fill the same role as Beto and Barry.<\/p>\n

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Ivan Toney has been linked with a return to the Premier League.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

But unlike Everton’s current offering, Toney is a lethal finisher that is pretty much guaranteed to score goals.<\/p>\n

In terms of probability, it all hinges on how much he wants to return to England.<\/p>\n

Currently playing in Saudi Arabia, Toney completed his Saudi Pro League move<\/strong><\/a> last summer.<\/p>\n

As a result, his wage demands are likely to be very high.<\/p>\n

But with the World Cup around the corner, he may be keen to put himself in the shop window for England selection at a Premier League club.<\/p>\n

Joshua Zirkzee – Manchester United<\/h3>\n

Next up on our list of Everton striker targets is a man with plenty to prove.<\/p>\n

Joshua Zirkzee was highly-regarded ahead of his move to Manchester United.<\/p>\n

The Dutch international had impressed during spells at Anderlecht and Bologna.<\/p>\n

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Joshua Zirkzee is struggling for minutes at Manchester United.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

But he has struggled at Old Trafford, scoring just seven times in 54 total appearances.<\/p>\n

The pressure of playing for Manchester United has clearly affected him.<\/p>\n

Still only 24, a move away to another Premier League team could be exactly what he needs to get his career back on track.<\/p>\n

Another tall forward that fits Moyes’ ‘target-man’ profile for a striker, Zrikzee could be a great fit.<\/p>\n

United are probably more likely to sanction a loan in January, but if Everton can negotiate an option to buy him next summer, it could be a great move for all parties.<\/p>\n

Vangelis Pavlidis – Benfica<\/h3>\n

Greek international Vangelis Pavlidis is currently leading the scoring charts in Portugal.<\/p>\n

The Benfica bagsman netted 30 times in all competitions last season, and has eight in the league already this term.<\/p>\n

With 52 international caps, the 26-year-old is vastly experienced.<\/p>\n

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Pavlidis em 2025:<\/p>\n

– 59 jogos
– 37 golos
– 13 assist\u00eancias<\/p>\n

50 G\/A em 59 Jogos. \ud83e\udd2f pic.twitter.com\/B0SvwAHULF<\/a><\/p>\n

— Goncalodias17 (@goncalo_diass17) October 25, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n