Italian international Wilfried Gnonto burst onto the scene with the Azzurri team just over a year ago – while he was still playing for Zurich in Switzerland. Leeds United were the first to make the move and sign the energetic winger ahead of the last season, but it all ended in agony as the Whites ended up relegated to the EFL Championship. However, the little speedster has done enough to remain attractive to Premier League clubs.##NAJAVA_MECA_7367679##Everton boss Sean Dyche was impressed by Gnonto’s performances at Elland Road and decided to put money where his mouth is by offering $24.25 million for the 19-year-old starlet. Although Aston Villa, Arsenal and Manchester United were all linked with interest for the winger, Everton have been the most concrete in their intentions.Everton are close to signing Leeds United’s Wilfried Gnonto for €22m.[@MCriscitiello] pic.twitter.com/l2oxfQi5U6— Footy Accumulators (@FootyAccums) July 11, 2023 Gnonto scored four goals and made as many assists in his first Premier League season. Those numbers may not be spectacular, but considering they were achieved while playing for a malfunctioning team destined for demotion – they were encouraging enough for Dyche. Despite Leeds’ poor year and four managers in the team’s dugout, Gnonto caught the eye with his speed and dribbling ability.Leeds United stand to make a considerable profit on the deal as well – because they paid only $5 million when they brought the youngster from Switzerland to Yorkshire. Not so young anymore but with enough to prove: Ashley Young joins EvertonGnonto, who has made 11 appearances for the Italian senior national team, will join veteran Ashley Young as Everton’s first signings in this transfer window. The Toffees barely escaped relegation last time out and will need to improve unless they plan to have another nervous year struggling in or just above the Premier League’s bottom three.
