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Everton Set Sights on West Ham’s Tomas Soucek

Everton’s summer rebuild is picking up pace, with the Toffees now targeting West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek as their next potential signing. According to a report, the Merseyside club are preparing a formal bid for the Czech international, with manager David Moyes keen to reunite with his former player.

🗞️🇨🇿Everton are considering a £12m bid for West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek, with the 30-year-old very open to a reunion with David Moyes at Everton if he leaves.

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Soucek, who joined the Hammers from Slavia Prague in 2020, has become a reliable presence in the heart of midfield. With over 240 appearances and 41 goals to his name, he’s widely respected for his box-to-box ability and aerial dominance.

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The report claims that Everton are preparing a £12 million bid—an amount that could meet West Ham’s valuation of the player. Although Soucek still has two years left on his contract, West Ham may be open to selling if the right offer arrives.

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David Moyes, who previously coached Soucek during his time at West Ham, is said to be a strong admirer of the 30-year-old’s work rate and leadership. With Everton eager to add experience and physicality to their midfield, Soucek appears to tick all the boxes for their summer strategy.

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Should Soucek make the switch to Goodison Park, he would become the fourth major addition to the Everton squad this window. The club has already secured the permanent signing of Carlos Alcaraz, brought in striker Thierno Barry from Villarreal, and completed the acquisition of goalkeeper Mark Travers from Bournemouth.

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As they look to build on their 2024/25 campaign, Everton seem intent on combining youth with seasoned Premier League experience—and Soucek could be the anchor they need in midfield for the season ahead.