NEWS · 02 Sep 2026
Everton's pursuit of Folarin Balogun ends as he walks away
Everton's bid for Monaco winger Folarin Balogun fell through after the 21‑year‑old decided not to move. The young forward remains at Monaco, leaving Everton to continue their search for new attacking options.
Everton had been closely monitoring Folarin Balogun, a talented winger who has impressed while playing for Monaco. The club had engaged in discussions with the player and his representatives, hoping to secure his services for the Premier League side.
Negotiations included potential transfer terms and a pathway for Balogun to develop within Everton’s system. However, the young forward ultimately chose to remain at Monaco, opting not to complete the move to England.
With Balogun’s decision, the deal collapsed, leaving Everton without the winger they had been eyeing. The club will now need to adjust its transfer plans and search for other options to bolster its attacking options.
Balogun will continue his development at Monaco, where he has already shown his potential in the Ligue 1. His future remains uncertain, but he may still attract interest from clubs across Europe.
For Everton, the collapse of the Balogun deal underscores the challenges of securing young talent in a competitive transfer market. The club will likely revisit its strategy and focus on other prospects in the coming transfer windows.