Everton Make Contact for Brighton Winger Solly March

Everton have initiated talks over a summer move for Brighton's Solly March, according to sources close to the club. Manager David Moyes is prioritising Premier League experience as he reshapes a squad fighting to avoid relegation.

The 30-year-old winger, who has made 245 top-flight appearances, offers tactical versatility across both flanks. March's contract at Brighton expires in 2026, which could lower his transfer fee.

Tactical Fit: How March Suits Moyes's System

Moyes typically deploys a 4-2-3-1 formation, relying on wide players who track back diligently. March's work rate and defensive discipline align perfectly: he averaged 1.8 tackles and 1.2 interceptions per 90 minutes last season.

His crossing accuracy of 32% would improve Everton's set-piece threat, a key weakness this term. The Toffees have scored just four set-piece goals in 2025/26, ranking 18th in the Premier League.

Form and Statistics: A Mixed Season

March has started 14 Premier League games this campaign, contributing four goals and three assists. However, his form dipped after a hamstring injury in October, which kept him sidelined for seven weeks.

Everton, meanwhile, sit 17th with 28 points from 29 matches, just two points above the relegation zone. Their away record is particularly poor: five defeats in the last six on the road.

Transfer Market Context and Fee

With Brighton likely to demand £12-15 million for a player entering his final year, the fee would represent value compared to similar signings. For context, Burnley paid £15 million for Jóhann Berg Guðmundsson in a comparable deal in 2021.

Everton's limited budget — projected at £35 million this summer — means Moyes must prioritise. A winger and a centre-back are the primary targets, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin's potential departure adding further funds.

  • March's current market value is £10 million, per Transfermarkt, but Brighton usually hold out for higher fees.
  • He would become Everton's second signing of the window after a £8 million deal for Hull City's Jaden Philogene fell through.
  • His salary at Goodison Park is expected to be around £60,000 per week, within the club's wage structure.

Fantasy Premier League Impact

March is owned by just 2.1% of FPL managers, priced at £5.3 million. If he moves to Everton, his appeal rises due to their favourable fixture run from Gameweek 32 onwards: facing Wolves, Southampton, and Ipswich.

However, his injury history — 11 games missed across the last two seasons — makes him a differential punt rather than a set-and-forget pick. Monitor his pre-season minutes closely.

What's Next?

Everton's first official bid is expected within a fortnight. Brighton may accept around £13 million with add-ons, given March's age and contract length. Moyes's failure to secure a creative midfielder in January means the winger's arrival is critical to survival hopes.

The club's next five fixtures include matches against relegation rivals Leicester City and Leeds United — games that will define their season. March's experience in high-stakes environments could prove decisive.

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