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Everton have now lost out on signing former player Joel Robles this summer, despite the Blues’ need for a replacement for Jordan Pickford.
The’magnificent stopper stated on Twitter that he had left Leeds United and was thus available for free transfer this summer.
However, the Toffees passed on the chance to resign the Spanish goalkeeper, who has joined Al-Qadsiah as the latest European talent to relocate to Saudi Arabia.
Everton offered backup keeper Asmir Begovic a contract extension earlier this summer, but the Bosnian international left the club when his contract expired and has since joined QPR.
Consequently, Sean Dyche’s side handed third choice Andy Lonergan a one-year extension, though Everton could still use another pair of gloves within the squad.
Joel Robles return to Everton would have been decent signing, but slow Everton lose out again
Robles spent five years at Goodison Park, joining from Wigan Athletic in 2013 for an undisclosed fee, before joining Real Betis in 2018.
The Spaniard was a very solid second choice to Tim Howard during his time at Everton and left a heartfelt message on his Twitter account following his 2018 departure exemplifying how much he loved his time at the club.
Indeed, Everton may be aiming to take advantage of the free transfer market this summer, and resigning such a seasoned player who adores the club could have been a wise option.
The 33-year-old has Premier League experience with Wigan Athletic, Everton, and Leeds United, as well as previous experience with the Toffees.
The former Betis man might have provided a quality backup to Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, a position that has been left open since Begovic’s departure.
However, Everton have now passed up the opportunity to sign the former Toffee and must continue their search for a backup goalkeeper.