Everton’s £33m Mistake: Jean-Philippe Gbamin’s Disastrous Spell
Everton’s recent struggles under Farhad Moshiri’s ownership have been marred by costly transfer mistakes. One of the most egregious errors was the £25m signing of Jean-Philippe Gbamin from Mainz in 2019.
Gbamin’s Everton career was plagued by injuries, restricting him to just six appearances. His agent described his time at the club as a “nightmare.” The Ivorian midfielder’s inability to adapt to the Premier League led to a fringe role, and his contract was eventually terminated in 2023.
The financial implications of Gbamin’s failed spell are staggering:
- Transfer fee: £25m
- Wages: £75k per week (estimated £4m per appearance)
- Total cost: £33m
This debacle exemplifies Everton’s poor transfer strategy under Moshiri. Other notable flops include:
- Cenk Tosun (£27m)
- Davy Klaassen (£24m)
- Sandro Ramirez
- Salomon Rondon
- Yannick Bolasie
As the Friedkin Group prepares to take over the club, Everton fans hope for a fresh approach to transfer dealings. The club must learn from past mistakes and prioritize due diligence to avoid similar wasteful expenditures.
With the Toffees struggling to find consistency, the pressure is on to revamp the squad and restore the club’s former glory. Only time will tell if the new ownership can rectify the errors of the past and propel Everton back to prominence.
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