Everton are in advanced discussions with Middlesbrough over a potential transfer for midfielder Hayden Hackney. BBC Sport reports Everton are close to agreeing a deal to sign the highly rated player. Yahoo Sports, citing the Telegraph, says the clubs are nearing agreement and a full deal could be completed later this week. The reports frame the move as being driven by Everton’s interest in Hackney under manager David Moyes. The Athletic adds that Hackney is 24 years old and has 12 months remaining on his Middlesbrough contract, a factor that may influence negotiations over timing and terms.
Across the sources, there is agreement that talks are progressing and that Everton are aiming to secure the player in the near term, with the prospect of an agreement being finalised within days. None of the provided summaries specify a transfer fee, personal terms, or the length of any contract Everton would offer, and those details are not confirmed here.
