Everton have emerged as interested parties in Eintracht Frankfurt forward Jean-Matteo Bahoya, with reports indicating the Merseyside club are monitoring the 21-year-old attacker. The France Under-21 international has reportedly attracted attention from several Premier League sides, setting up a potential bidding war for his signature.
Background and recent form
Bahoya developed through the Angers SCO academy before making his professional debut in France. He completed a mid-season switch to the Bundesliga in January 2024, leaving his homeland to join Eintracht Frankfurt. The Montfermeil-born winger has since become a regular feature, making 37 appearances across all competitions during his second season with the German club, 18 of those as a starter. He contributed four goals and four assists in that campaign, improving upon his first full season tally of 33 appearances and 15 starts.
Primarily operating from the left flank, Bahoya offers versatility across various attacking positions. His international credentials include progression through the French youth ranks from Under-18 level to the Under-21s, where he has registered two goals and four assists in five matches.
Financial and contractual obstacles
Securing Bahoya’s services would demand substantial investment. Transfermarkt currently values the forward at approximately €25 million. Compounding matters for prospective buyers, he remains contracted to Eintracht Frankfurt until June 2029, having signed a long-term agreement upon his arrival from France.
This contractual situation grants Frankfurt significant leverage in any negotiations. While Everton are reportedly keen to explore a move, they face competition from other unnamed Premier League clubs also tracking the player’s development. Given the financial demands and the player’s recent arrival in Germany, any transfer would likely require a compelling offer to persuade the Bundesliga outfit to sanction a sale.
The situation remains at an exploratory stage, with clubs assessing their options as the window progresses. For now, Bahoya continues his development in Frankfurt while speculation surrounding his future continues to mount.