Everton's attempts to sign cover at full-back must continue after Kenny Tete opted to stay with Fulham rather than take up the chance to move to Bramley-Moore Dock this summer.

The Dutchman, potentially a free agent this summer with his contract with the Cottagers coming to an end yesterday, appeared close to joining the Toffees last week amid reports he had agreed terms on a three-year deal.

However, following further discussions with Fulham, he has decided to accept a new deal there, forcing David Moyes and Everton's recruitment team back into the market.

The Blues have been linked with the likes of Kyle Walker, Kyle Waker-Peters and Vladimir Coufal before Tete emerged as the top target.

Moyes is hoping to augment his options at right-back despite Seamus Coleman's decision to extend his stay at the Club by a further year.

The Irishman is not expected to be a first-team regular this coming season but has been retained due to his extensive experience and leadership qualities.

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1  Peter Fancy
02/07/2025    09:24:35

Seriously wonder how close this actually ever was - looks rather like agent shenanigans to me…

2  Dennis Stevens
05/07/2025    18:06:10

In better news: Walker has signed for Burnley!

3  Kieran Fitzgerald
06/07/2025    05:53:44

Tete was just like Keane and Coleman. At the end of his contract and considering his options. Fulham have simplybdone what we did with Keane.

Walker looks like a promoted club signing. What made him a stand out player, his pace, is gone, and a newly promoted club is taking a punt on his experience.

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