Everton to offer Jordan Pickford new contract to end Blues interest
EVERTON are lining up an improved contract for England World Cup hero Jordan Pickford in an attempt to thwart a potential deal with Chelsea.
Posted Monday, July 30, 2018 by Dailystar.co.uk
England's No.1 has been attracting the interest of Chelsea as they search for a new keeper
The England No.1 is due to return to the club next week after an extended holiday, and the Toffees are desperate to tie down their Player of the Year for the long-term future.
Chelsea stopper Thibaut Courtois has been heavily rumoured to be moving to Real Madrid, and Chelsea have been assessing a number of options to replace the Belgian.
Along with the Everton stopper, Chelsea have been linked with his England team mate Jack Butland and Leicester's Kasper Schmeichel, as well as signing Rob Green as a third choice option.
However, it is thought that Pickford sits at the top of their list and they are ready to pay big money to secure his signature.
Pickford has only been at Goodison Park for a season since joining for £30m from Sunderland and as such still has four years left to run on his current deal.
Everton chiefs are taking no risks though, wanting to reward the 24-year-old for his inspiring form with an improved contract and lock him down for his best years.
The Toffees' fans have been vocal in their response to Chelsea's interest on Twitter, mirroring the thoughts of the club.
One tweeted: "Riots if we sell Pickford", while another stated "We cannot even think about losing him simple as that!".
Everton begin their Premier League campaign at Wolves on 11 August, while Chelsea travel to Huddersfield.
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