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Everton’s Balogun Deal Collapses After Failed Dealsheet Submission

9/2/2026

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Everton submitted a Premier League dealsheet for Folarin Balogun, but he left the training ground without signing, collapsing the transfer.
Monaco and Everton had negotiated an initial €45 million fee plus €5 million add-ons, reported around £40 million.
Everton sold Beto to Fiorentina and saw defenders Nathan Patterson and Adam Aznou depart, thinning the squad.
Monaco confirmed Balogun remains with the club after the failed move, with Galatasaray and Saudi clubs showing interest.

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Everton submitted a Premier League dealsheet for Folarin Balogun, but he left the training ground without signing, collapsing the transfer.
Monaco and Everton had negotiated an initial €45 million fee plus €5 million add-ons, reported around £40 million.
Everton sold Beto to Fiorentina and saw defenders Nathan Patterson and Adam Aznou depart, thinning the squad.
Monaco confirmed Balogun remains with the club after the failed move, with Galatasaray and Saudi clubs showing interest.