Everton face stiff competition for Ligue 1 midfielder

In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey said Everton will face stiff competition for midfielder Amir Richardson at Stade de Reims this summer. The Toffees are said to be competing with Tottenham Hotspur, Brentford and Leicester City for the Morocco international in the off-season.

Richardson’s impressive season in French football

The 22-year-old has been in fine form for the French club of late, producing a string of impressive performances in midfield. Richardson scored three goals and provided one assist in 28 games for Stade de Reims last season.

The Moroccan genius averaged 1.2 tackles, 0.5 interceptions and 1.0 clearances per game in Ligue 1, providing good protection for his teammates on the back line. , accurately distributed the ball.

His current contract at the French club expires in the summer of 2027, which could make it difficult for the Toffees to win competition for his services during the transfer window.

Everton faces stiff competition in Richardson: is he worth fighting for?

Richardson is a tough midfielder who reads danger well and is an excellent tackler in midfield. He usually makes the clearance when his opponent is ahead. The Moroccan feel is also a clean passer. He is primarily a B2B midfielder but can also play as a defensive midfielder if required.

Richardson will bring more energy and power to Everton manager Sean Dyche’s midfield department. He has the quality to compete for a regular spot in the Merseyside club’s first team in the coming years.

Richardson, 22, still has a lot of room to grow as a footballer and if Dyche can get a deal done for him before the end of the transfer window, he will be a great asset for the Toffees. A nice acquisition. As long as the player can make a smooth transition to the Premier League, he’s worth fighting for.