Transfer market, live: news and today’s breaking news, January 18

Everton call… Mourinho!

Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard, Robert Martinez, Nuno Espirito Santo, Vitor Pereira…the list of candidates for the Everton bench after the dismissal of Rafa Benitez add a new name every day. Although the one who adds Sky Sports will not leave anyone indifferent: José Mourinho!

While speculation continues to surface, the only certainty is the appointment of Duncan Robinson in interim. A patch to cover that gap and give the offices of Goodison Park, where the name of the Portuguese coach appears underlined in red.

In fact, as reported by the aforementioned source, the first contact with the Roma and with the environment of the Portuguese, taking advantage of the certain climate of tension yellow and red. Having overcome a first anticyclone of criticism in November, Italian media such as The Republic They show mistrust of the directors regarding the little correspondence between his high salary (seven million euros), his requests and the team’s performance.

But beyond that, the top leadership toffee is aware of the complexity of the operation at this time. Therefore, it is not ruled out ‘via Ragnick’ with Duncan Robinson. Extend its interim until summer, and face the succession with a greater margin of time and action. In fact, the last hour indicates that the Portuguese has appreciated the interest of the Everton but you have prioritized your project in Italy.