Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin may be on the move sooner than expected, as Serie A giants Atalanta have entered the race to sign the 27-year-old forward. With his contract expiring at the end of the season, Atalanta has sent a representative to Merseyside to discuss a potential move, including a pre-contract arrangement for next term.
While Newcastle United has shown interest in Calvert-Lewin and plans to secure him in the summer on a free transfer, Atalanta’s push to sign the forward now could complicate the Premier League club’s plans. The Serie A side, currently second in the league and likely to qualify for the Champions League again, are offering the England international an attractive option.
Calvert-Lewin, who has been a key figure for Everton in past seasons, has struggled with injuries and has only managed two goals and one assist in 19 Premier League appearances so far this season. Despite his challenges, Atalanta sees potential in the forward and is reportedly prepared to offer him a lucrative contract and transfer fee to bring him to Italy.
Newcastle, however, is ready to offer Calvert-Lewin a significant payday in the summer if he chooses to wait, making this transfer battle a close contest. Atalanta’s previous acquisition of Everton talent Ben Godfrey adds an additional layer of intrigue to the transfer saga, although that move has not worked out as planned, with Godfrey now on loan at Ipswich Town.
With interest from both clubs heating up, Calvert-Lewin’s future remains uncertain, and the striker will need to weigh his options carefully ahead of a potential move in the coming months.
