Is it any surprise that Everton are being linked with moves for Real Madrid duo Gareth Bale and James Rodriguez?
Ever since Carlo Ancelotti’s arrival as manager at Goodison Park, the Toffees have automatically received a step-up in reputation, and according to the latest transfer talk, they are aiming very high indeed.
Spanish publication Marca have claimed that Ancelotti’s side have drawn up a shortlist of targets for the summer transfer window, and that both Bale and Rodriguez amongst the group of names being considered.
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The report adds that Bale’s salary could potentially be a sticking point, and that “although Farhad Moshiri appears willing to offer a long contract to the pair in order to twist their arms, it seems an ambitious move to go for the Madrid duo.”
After hearing about the news, Everton fans took to Twitter to voice their thoughts on the situation, and some very sarcastic and joking about the whole thing.
A couple of supporters insisted they should swerve a move for Bale in particular due to him being very expensive and liable to end up being injured.
One Everton fan however appeared to be a little more optimistic and insisted that the club has to “aim high” in order to challenge for trophies.
Whether it comes to fruition or not, it’s still a rather major statement of intent that Ancelotti is supposedly targeting two high-profile superstars like Bale and Rodriguez.
His name and profile means the Toffees can attract bigger and better players, and if he feels like he can be the key to luring them to Goodison Park, then it may be worth the ride.
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