Everton are monitoring Bologna winger Jonathan Rowe as they search for attacking reinforcements this summer, though any deal would require meeting a €45m valuation. Transfer reporter Nicolò Schira reports that the Premier League side have registered concrete interest in the England-born forward.
The Italian club’s financial demands pose a significant hurdle. Bologna acquired Rowe only last season and are operating from a position of strength in negotiations. Schira indicates that the Serie A outfit are under no pressure to sanction a departure and will insist on receiving the full €45m fee rather than negotiating a compromise or accepting a discounted offer.
This firm stance leaves Everton with a straightforward but costly decision. The Merseyside club are actively exploring options to bolster their offensive lineup ahead of the new campaign, yet the asking price represents a substantial investment that would test their transfer budget and financial planning.
The Toffees face additional competition from within the Premier League. Chelsea and Aston Villa have also been linked with moves for Rowe, potentially driving the price higher or forcing Everton to act swiftly if they wish to secure the player’s signature. Despite the growing interest from English clubs, no concrete approaches have been made to Bologna thus far, with all current links remaining at the stage of preliminary enquiry.
Rowe’s England roots make him an attractive proposition for Premier League sides seeking players familiar with English football. However, with the summer transfer window continuing, Bologna are content to retain the winger unless a club meets their valuation in full. This means Everton must decide whether to commit significant funds to the deal or pursue alternative targets elsewhere in the market. The coming weeks will reveal how serious the Premier League club’s interest proves to be and whether they are prepared to meet the Italian side’s demands.