Kalvin Phillips is set to be handed a Premier League lifeline despite an extremely underwhelming season at Manchester City and West Ham United.
Phillips made four appearances for Man City this season before being shipped out on loan to West Ham, where he had a tough spell.
He made just eight league appearances following his loan move during the January transfer window.
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Phillips was left out of Gareth Southgate's provisional England squad for Euro 2024 after a disappointing campaign.
Despite his form this season, Everton are exploring a loan move for Phillips, having held an interest in January.
That's according to The Daily Mail, who claim Man City would prefer to sell the 28-year-old, but Everton's financial limitations and ongoing takeover situation mean they are unsure what budget they will have available for the summer transfer window.
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The Toffees were interested in snapping him up before West Ham acquired his services.
But their relegation battle meant they were down the pecking order, with Newcastle United also expressing an interest in the player.
With Amadou Onana expected to be sold this summer amid interest from Barcelona, Sean Dyche wants to reinforce his midfield options ahead of the new season.
Leeds United wanted to bring back their former player to Elland Road but their Championship play-off final defeat to Southampton has stopped the signing from coming to fruition.
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Phillips impressed in two Premier League campaigns at Leeds, which prompted Man City to splash out £42 million in the summer of 2022.
But he played a combined 16 league games for the Blues, including a measly two starts before moving to West Ham.
The midfielder struggled at the Hammers, making just 10 appearances across all competitions.
A potential move to Goodison Park could resurrect Phillips' career.
Topics: Kalvin Phillips, Everton, Manchester City, Football
Nasir Jabbar