Everton Are Set To Rival Fulham For This Talented Youngster: One For The Future? | OneFootball

In a recent report, journalist Adam Jones revealed that Everton are set to rival Fulham for Chelsea youngster Alex Matos, who is currently playing on loan at Huddersfield Town. It is understood that the Toffees are keen on signing the English attacker this summer.

Matos’ Loan Spell At Huddersfield

Matos is having a decent loan spell at Huddersfield Town but has struggled to be productive with his performances for them in the EFL Championship. The 19-year-old has participated in 23 matches for the Yorkshire outfit this season, scoring one goal in the process across all fronts.

The Bedford-born talent has done well to average 2.3 tackles, 1.5 interceptions, 0.8 shots and 0.5 dribbles per 90 minutes in the English Championship. He has even distributed possession relatively well after completing 80.7% of his attempted passes in the second tier of English football (stats via whoscored).

Matos’ contract at his parent club Chelsea will run out in the summer of 2026. Therefore, Everton would have to make a convincing offer if they want to sign the talented youngster later this year.

MILTON KEYNES, ENGLAND – AUGUST 29: Alex Matos of Chelsea U21 moves with the ball away from Dawson Devoy of Milton Keynes Dons during the EFL Trophy match between Milton Keynes Dons and Chelsea U21 at Stadium mk on August 29, 2023 in Milton Keynes, England. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

Everton Are Set To Rival Fulham For Matos: Is He A Prospect For The Future?

Matos loves a tackle and can make a few timely interceptions for his team as well. He is a pure striker of the ball and can make a few dangerous runs in the final third. The English attacker mainly functions in the number ten position but can also function as a winger on either flank if asked to do so.

We can expect Matos to bring more quality to Everton‘s attack. He would no doubt increase competition for places within Sean Dyche’s match-day squad. However, there are some concerns over whether he can prove his worth in top-flight football.

Still, the Toffees would be wise to try and make a move to bring him to Goodison Park this summer. At 19, Matos has the potential to become a future star in English football. There is no doubt that he will be a player to watch out for in the coming seasons.

Everton would have to be patient with his progress if they want to unlock the best out of him in the long run.