Everton announced the loan signing of 24-year-old Danish winger Jesper Lindstrom from Napoli, with an option to buy. Napoli will receive an initial 2.5 million euros, with an additional 22.5 million euros if Everton makes the transfer permanent.
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Everton announced this Friday the signing of Jesper Lindstrom, a Danish winger, who joins the English club on loan with an option to buy from Napoli, where he spent just one season.
According to international press, the 24-year-old Danish international will bring in an immediate 2.5 million euros for the Italians, with an additional 22.5 million euros if the Toffees proceed with the permanent purchase of the player.
In that case, Lindstrom already has a contract lined up until 2029 at Goodison Park, following a debut season where he made just one assist in 29 games for Napoli, who failed miserably in defending their 2023 title by finishing tenth in Serie A.
Lindstrom's move comes as he seeks a fresh start after a challenging season in Italy. Signed from Germany's Eintracht Frankfurt in the summer of 2023 for 30 million euros, the winger, who was developed at Brondby, now looks to relaunch his career in the Premier League. His time at Napoli did not meet expectations, and the club's disappointing performance in Serie A only added to his struggles. Despite his potential and previous success in the Bundesliga, Lindstrom couldn't find his footing in Italy.
Everton sees this as an opportunity to bolster their attacking options with a player who has shown glimpses of brilliance in the past. The club's management is optimistic that Lindstrom's style of play will be better suited to the Premier League, where his pace and creativity can thrive.
For Lindstrom, this move represents a chance to prove himself in one of the world's most competitive leagues. He aims to rediscover the form that made him a standout player at Eintracht Frankfurt, where he was known for his dribbling skills, vision, and ability to score crucial goals. The prospect of playing regularly at Goodison Park and contributing to Everton's ambitions is a motivating factor for the Danish winger.
As the new season approaches, Everton fans will be eager to see how Lindstrom adapts to his new surroundings and whether he can become a key player for the Toffees. His success at the club could hinge on his ability to quickly integrate into the team's dynamics and establish himself as a reliable performer in the Premier League.
Updated: 02:41, 26 Jul 2024
