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Everton agree £40m deal with Monaco for Folarin Balogun

Everton have agreed a £40m deal with AS Monaco for United States striker Folarin Balogun, adding the 25-year-old to their attack before the transfer deadline. The move, reported by TEAMtalk and Yardbarker citing a BBC report, follows failed attempts to re-sign Richarlison and includes personal terms in place. Balogun, who scored three goals at the World Cup, will join as Everton's new number nine.

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Everton secure Balogun in £40m deal

Everton have agreed a £40m deal with AS Monaco for United States striker Folarin Balogun, according to multiple reports. The 25-year-old, a former Arsenal player, is set to become the club's new number nine, with TEAMtalk reporting that personal terms are already in place in principle.

The agreement comes just before the transfer deadline, with Everton looking to strengthen their attack. According to a BBC report cited by Yardbarker, Balogun had been a key target for the Toffees after they pushed ahead with their interest despite also exploring a deal for former striker Richarlison. The Brazilian had been involved in a proposed move from Tottenham, but personal terms could not be agreed, leaving Everton to pursue Balogun instead.

TEAMtalk reported earlier on Monday that Everton's initial bid had been rejected, but negotiations continued and a deal worth £40m was eventually agreed. Balogun's departure from Monaco was facilitated by the French club's decision to bring in Matthis Abline from Nantes, while they also needed to create space in their squad for another non-EU player.

Transfer dealings and squad changes

Everton are making room for Balogun by finalising an agreement with Fiorentina for Beto to return to Italy, according to TEAMtalk. Beto is set to leave and complete his move to Florence, clearing the way for Balogun's arrival.

The Toffees are also involved in another significant transfer, with Iliman Ndiaye set to join Manchester City in a £65m move, as reported by TEAMtalk. Yardbarker adds that Ndiaye's proposed switch to Tottenham fell through before Manchester City agreed the deal.

In addition, TEAMtalk understands that Tottenham and Everton have opened talks over Richarlison, raising the possibility of the Brazilian returning to the club where he made his name before moving to Spurs.

Balogun's background and international career

Balogun joined Monaco from boyhood club Arsenal in 2023 and has scored 31 goals in 91 appearances across all competitions for the Ligue 1 side, according to Yardbarker citing a BBC report. He has also established himself as an important player for the USA, scoring 12 goals in 31 international appearances.

During this summer's World Cup, Balogun scored three goals in four games, according to Yardbarker. The same report notes that his performances were excellent but his status on the pitch for the United States' final game against Belgium caused a massive uproar.

Yardbarker also reports that Balogun was sent off for serious foul play against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the last 32 of the World Cup. Despite expectations of an automatic suspension, FIFA's disciplinary committee suspended his ban for a year, allowing him to feature in the USA's last-16 defeat by Belgium. UEFA described the decision as 'unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable', a direct quotation included in the Yardbarker article.

Looking ahead

Balogun will now look ahead to a new chapter in the Premier League with Everton. The £40m agreement gives the club the attacking addition they wanted, and both TEAMtalk and Yardbarker express optimism about his potential impact. Yardbarker argues that landing with Everton is great for all parties, as Everton has needed a striker of Balogun's caliber, and Balogun will be on a bigger stage on a weekly basis.

The upside of Balogun at the price Everton paid could make him one of the best signings of the transfer window, according to Yardbarker.

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TEAMtalk

Framing: Celebrates Everton's deal for Balogun as a dream outcome for manager David Moyes — Triumphant and optimistic

as of Aug 31, 2026, 10:46 PM UTC

Facts Included:

Everton have agreed a £40m deal with AS Monaco for Folarin Balogun
Balogun is a former Arsenal striker and current USA international
TEAMtalk reported earlier on Monday that Everton's initial bid had been rejected
Personal terms are in place in principle
Monaco's decision to bring in Matthis Abline from Nantes facilitated Balogun's departure
Everton finalised an agreement with Fiorentina for Beto to return to Italy
Tottenham and Everton have opened talks over Richarlison

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Yardbarker · 2 articles

Framing: The headline asserts Balogun will flourish with Everton in the Premier League, framing the transfer as a positive development.

as of Sep 1, 2026, 2:16 AM UTC

Facts Included:

United States international Folarin Balogun has been a big name in the Summer transfer saga dating back to before the World Cup began
Balogun unexpectedly landed with Everton at the buzzer before the September 1st deadline
Balogun’s time with AS Monaco should be seen as a great success, as he developed his game and raised his transfer fee greatly
Balogun tallied three goals in four games for the United States at the World Cup
His performances were excellent but his status on the pitch for the United States final game against Belgium caused a massive uproar
Landing with Everton is great for all parties, as Everton has needed a striker of Balogun’s caliber

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as of Sep 1, 2026, 12:47 AM UTC

Framing: The headline emphasizes the completed transfer agreement, highlighting the fee and the player's nationality. — neutral and informational

Facts Included:

Everton agreed a £40m deal with Monaco for United States striker Folarin Balogun.
Balogun, 25, has been a key target for Everton according to a BBC report.
Everton also explored a deal for former striker Richarlison, but personal terms could not be agreed.
Balogun joined Monaco from Arsenal in 2023 and has scored 31 goals in 91 appearances for the Ligue 1 side.
Balogun has scored 12 goals in 31 international appearances for the USA.
Balogun was sent off for serious foul play against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup last 32.
FIFA's disciplinary committee suspended his ban for a year, allowing Balogun to feature in the USA's last-16 defeat by Belgium.
UEFA described the decision as 'unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable'.
Balogun scored three goals during the World Cup tournament.
Iliman Ndiaye's proposed switch to Tottenham fell through before Manchester City agreed a deal worth up to £65m.

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimFolarin Balogun unexpectedly landed with Everton at the buzzer before the September 1st deadline.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 2:16 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun tallied three goals in four games for the United States at the World Cup.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 2:16 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun scored 12 goals in 31 international appearances for the USA.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 12:47 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun joined Monaco from Arsenal in 2023 and has scored 31 goals in 91 appearances for the Ligue 1 side.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 12:47 AM UTC
ClaimEverton also explored a deal for Richarlison, but personal terms could not be agreed.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 12:47 AM UTC
ClaimFolarin Balogun was sent off for serious foul play against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup last 32.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 12:47 AM UTC
ClaimFIFA's disciplinary committee suspended Balogun's ban for a year, allowing him to feature in the USA's last-16 defeat by Belgium.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 12:47 AM UTC
ClaimUEFA described FIFA's decision to suspend Balogun's ban as 'unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable'.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 12:47 AM UTC
ClaimIliman Ndiaye's proposed switch to Tottenham fell through before Manchester City agreed a deal worth up to £65m.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 12:47 AM UTC
ClaimFolarin Balogun's performances at the World Cup were excellent, but his status on the pitch for the United States' final game against Belgium caused a massive uproar.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 2:16 AM UTC
ClaimBalogun's time with AS Monaco should be seen as a great success, as he developed his game and raised his transfer fee greatly.	ConfidenceLow	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Sep 1, 2026, 2:16 AM UTC

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2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 3 articles consulted: TEAMtalk, Yardbarker 11 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-09-01