“‘All done and sealed’: Sky Sports journalist reports Everton’s first deadline day deal is nearly complete.”

Everton fans have endured emotional highs and lows every season for the past decade, yet they continue to support their team.

Despite a low point in optimism, there is a slow resurgence of hope under the leadership of Kevin Thelwell and Sean Dyche.

If this transfer deadline day ends as many fans hope, Goodison Park could soon be filled with a renewed sense of optimism.

Sky Sports journalist Florian Plettenberg recently reported on X about Everton’s ongoing efforts to sign Orel Mangala.

The Belgian player has been a target for the team in recent days.

Although there were a few setbacks, Everton seems close to securing his signature, despite an earlier delay in Mangala’s medical.

Plettenberg updated that Mangala would undergo his medical with Everton later this morning, and everything has been finalized with Lyon.

The deal is a straightforward loan for the 26-year-old midfielder, whose contract with Lyon extends until 2028.

Mangala’s move could be just the beginning of an eventful deadline day for Everton. Although his transfer seemed inevitable, finalizing the deal is an important step toward a potentially exciting end to the summer transfer window.

Everton is still pushing hard to bring in a new winger and a right-back.

The club’s interest in Kieran Trippier could address their need for a right-back, though securing this transfer might prove challenging.

Additionally, Everton is keen on signing Ernest Nuamah from Lyon.

The dynamic winger could provide the pace they are lacking, but there are concerns about his inconsistent end product.