Everton have put forward a £25.9 million offer for Alexander Sorloth, aiming to revive a faltering attack as the club sits 13th in the Premier League with 49 points after a 0‑4‑0‑0‑1 run of form (LLDDL).

Why is Sorloth on Everton’s radar?

David Moyes says the Toffees need a physical presence up front after Beto and Thierno Barry fell short last season. Sorloth, now 28, has logged 44 goals and three assists in 107 games for Atletico Madrid, showing the stamina and hold‑up play Moyes values. The Spaniard’s manager Diego Simeone praised his “characteristics that none of my other players have,” hinting at a rare blend of size and movement.

Can the striker rewrite his Premier League story?

Sorloth’s first spell in England was with Crystal Palace from 2018‑2020, where he managed just one goal and one assist in 20 appearances. A loan to Gent and a stint at Trabzonspor followed, but the lack of impact left a sour taste. Yet his recent form in La Liga suggests a different narrative – 44 goals in three seasons, plus a reputation for stretching defences. He knows the English game’s physicality; he once noted, “In England, there are the toughest defenders in terms of physicality. All the defenders are fast and they’re strong.”

What does the transfer mean for Everton’s season?

If the Toffees secure Sorloth, they add a 6‑ft‑2 forward capable of occupying centre‑backs, freeing up space for midfield runners. With Everton having scored 47 and conceded 50 this campaign, a target man could tighten the goal‑difference gap. The club sits 36 points behind leaders Arsenal, so any boost is welcome. A successful signing would also ease pressure on Moyes, whose job has been under scrutiny after a 1‑0 loss to Tottenham on 24 May 2026.

What are the next steps?

Everton must formalise their interest before the summer window closes, likely submitting a bid that matches Atletico’s valuation. Should the deal go through, Sorloth would join a squad that faces Hull City away on 10 October 2026, a match that could serve as his first test in Merseyside. Fans will be watching closely; a swift impact could turn a £25.9 million gamble into one of the Premier League’s most talked‑about redemption arcs.