# Everton and Como lead major football transfer moves

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tottenham-hotspur-transfer-interest-in-folarin-balogun
> Updated: 2026-08-30T22:19:00.000Z. Sources: 61. Developments: 4.

Everton is finalizing a deal to sign American striker Folarin Balogun from AS Monaco. The 25-year-old, who recently starred in the FIFA World Cup, is expected to cost approximately £40 million. This acquisition is intended to bolster Everton’s attack following the departure of Beto to Fiorentina for roughly €18 million.

In Italy, a transfer domino effect has reshaped several attacking lineups. Beto’s move to Fiorentina facilitated Moise Kean’s transfer to Como 1907, structured as a loan with an obligation to buy valued between €35 million and €40 million. Fiorentina has also secured Portuguese playmaker Pote from Sporting CP on loan.

Regarding Joshua Zirkzee, Juventus has made a fresh loan offer for the player, who reportedly favored a move to the Bianconeri over Fiorentina. 

As the transfer window nears its conclusion, Everton’s deadline day activity also includes negotiations for defender Kenny Tete from Fulham and reported interest in Jack Grealish.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-30: Everton and Como lead major football transfer window moves

Major football transfer moves include Everton's pursuit of Folarin Balogun from Monaco and Moise Kean's high-value move from Fiorentina to Como, triggering a series of interconnected deals in Europe.

53 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/everton-submits-18-million-offer-for-folarin-balogun

### 2026-08-12: Tottenham Hotspur targets AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun

Tottenham Hotspur has entered talks with AS Monaco to sign American striker Folarin Balogun, with a potential transfer fee estimated at €60 million.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-targets-as-monaco-striker-folarin-balogun

### 2026-08-11: Tottenham Hotspur targets Barış Alper Yılmaz and Folarin Balogun

Tottenham Hotspur is targeting Galatasaray winger Barış Alper Yılmaz and is accelerating talks to sign Folarin Balogun after Dusan Vlahovic nears a move to Besiktas.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-targets-bar-alper-ylmaz-and-folarin-balogun

### 2026-08-04: Tottenham Hotspur eyes two Premier League targets: Folarin Balogun and Bilal El Khannouss

Tottenham Hotspur are linked with US striker Folarin Balogun from Monaco for €30 m and Moroccan midfielder Bilal El Khannouss from Stuttgart, with a fee of €40‑50 m expected.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tottenham-hotspur-eyes-two-premier-league-targets-folarin-balogun-and-bilal-el-khannouss

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