Everton defender Ben Godfrey has revealed the thought process behind his decision to sign a new contract with the club, describing it as an “easy” choice following an excellent season. Speaking exclusively to the Liverpool Echo, Godfrey expressed his happiness at extending his stay at Goodison Park, citing the positive environment and support he receives from the fans and staff.
The 23-year-old’s comments come in the wake of Everton’s recent 1-0 defeat to Coventry City in a pre-season friendly, where promising young striker Ellis Simms grabbed the only goal of the match. Despite the result, manager Rafael Benitez has praised Simms for his performance and highlighted his potential to make an impact in the upcoming season.
Meanwhile, Everton have sent a clear message to Manchester United regarding the availability of young defender Jarrad Branthwaite. This decision follows the unfortunate injury sustained by Leny Yoro, prompting the Toffees to reaffirm their stance on Branthwaite’s future at the club. The Manchester Evening News reported that Everton remain committed to developing the talented centre-back and are not looking to part ways with him at this time.
In other transfer news, West Ham United are reportedly edging closer to securing a deal for a striker that could leave Everton’s Cenk Tosun in a state of uncertainty about his future. The potential agreement has left Tosun, who has struggled for regular game time at Everton, facing a career limbo as he awaits further developments in the transfer market. LiverpoolWorld has suggested that the situation could lead to a period of uncertainty for the Turkish forward as he contemplates his next move.
Lastly, Everton fans have reason to be optimistic as one of their defenders looks set to reach “another level” following the signing of a new contract. The Liverpool Echo reported that the player in question, believed to be Mason Holgate, has penned a fresh deal with the club, with manager Rafael Benitez confident that the extension will unlock the defender’s full potential. Holgate, who has shown promise in his performances, is now poised to take his game to a higher standard under Benitez’s guidance, providing a boost for the Toffees ahead of the new season.
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