Everton must accelerate Daniel Munoz signing plan, 3.97 and 1.8 stats show why

Everton are reportedly keen on signing Daniel Munoz this summer despite also targeting Aaron Wan-Bissaka to solve their right-back issues. David Moyes' side are crying out for a new right-back signing as fans grow restless at their lack of business so far. Jake O'Brien was trusted to feature there throughout last season despite being a natural centre-back, with Seamus Coleman and Nathan Patterson deputising. Coleman's exit and Patterson's likely departure both mean that a new arrival in the position is the absolute priority for the Toffees as it stands.

What happened?

Munoz has been a key man for Crystal Palace for several seasons since joining from Genk in 2024, helping them win the FA Cup, Community Shield and Conference League. He registered four goals and three assists in 29 Premier League games last term, to Wan-Bissaka's two assists and no goals in 25 top-flight appearances. Munoz also created 27 chances (1.01 per 90 minutes) and had 3.97 expected assists, which was much better than the West Ham man's 18 chances created (0.7 per 90) and 1 expected assist.

Why it matters for Everton

Everton fans have seen Munoz's quality up close, and he could well emerge as their top domestic target alongside Wan-Bissaka. Munoz scored his first league goal of the campaign against Everton in October last year as he raced down the right flank and dispatched past Jordan Pickford at his near post. He also made the joint-most defensive contributions (16) on the pitch that day, won eight ground duels and five of his seven aerial duels.

What comes next?

The Toffees have asked to be kept informed about Munoz's situation, with the two clubs already completing another deal right now as Brennan Johnson and Dwight McNeil move in opposite directions between Merseyside and south London. With their current form, Everton are 36 points behind leaders Arsenal in the title race and have lost the last four games in all competitions, including a 1-0 defeat to Tottenham on May 24. They are currently 13th in the Premier League, with 49 points from 38 games, and have conceded 50 goals this season, 3 more than they have scored.