The wheels are certainly in motion at Goodison Park as Everton’s summer transfer business gets underway.
Rumour is rife on Merseyside, with incomings and outgoings expected over the coming weeks and months.
Former Aston Villa midfielder Tim Iroegbunam has already arrived and is expected to be joined by long-term target Iliman Ndiaye.
Newcastle United winger Yankuba Minteh is also understood to be eager to move to the Blues, but other clubs are believed to be targeting the 19-year-old.
With several irons in the fire, exits will likely be necessary for the Toffees to comply with financial regulations.
And one departure was confirmed on Friday evening.