- Everton are reportedly leading the way for midfield star Hayden Hackney.
- Multiple additions are needed at Hill Dickinson Stadium this summer.
- The Toffees approach for Hackney has revealed their transfer strategy.
Everton are making a push for Hayden Hackney, having been linked with the midfielder in recent weeks.
The 23-year-old was a member of the Middlesbrough side that reached the Championship play-off final, yet succumbed to a late defeat against Hull City.
Boro have warded off previous interest in their captain, but it appears that with only a year left on his contract, clubs across Europe will look to pounce on the opportunity to sign the Englishman.
The Toffees are currently leading the way for the 23-year-old, and a recent update has revealed how the club will be approaching their recruitment plans this summer.
Everton taking a committee aproach to recruit Hayden Hackney
The Bobble has reported that representatives from Everton have met Hackney, including club CEO, Angus Kinnear.
A presentation by a committee of representatives was given to the midfielder and he was left impressed by what was presented to him.
This approach to dealing with Hackney highlights that the club are aiming to have a unified approach to their new recruits, instead of following the will of a singular sporting director or manager.
The Toffees will want to avoid the mistakes that were made under the ownership of Farhad Moshiri, with the Iranian opting to take control of transfers, and oppose the plans of then sporting director, Marcel Brands.
Moyes will likely be the pivotal cog in Everton’s transfer strategy, but their move for Hackney shows there are several internal figures who will also have their input.
Everton must operate like a modern football club
The 2025-26 season has seen Everton transition into the 21st century, most notably through moving to to their state of the art ground, Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Appointments such as Nick Cox as becoming the Blues’ first techincal director, was also an indication that the internal workings in the club are also starting to shift.
This summer transfer window is an opportunity for the Toffees to show how they can operate as unit with regard to their business.
If they are able to do so, it will show cohesion at the top level of the club, which will instil some much needed confidence into supporters, who were left bitterly disappointed following the end of the season.
It is refreshing to see Everton start relatively early on their transfer business, and it could mean the club is starting to turn a corner, when concerning how their off-the-pitch staff work as one unit.
