Headline: Everton Target Flamengo Winger Samuel Lino Amid Rising Competition
Everton stands sixth in the Premier League after 10 matches, a rapid rise spearheaded by manager David Moyes. A recent 1-0 victory over Newcastle on November 2 set the stage for a spirited 3-1 comeback against Coventry the following Friday, marking their third consecutive win in all competitions, albeit for a moment pushing them ahead of Liverpool before their upcoming derby on November 29.
Thierno Barry has been instrumental in this resurgence, netting twice in the match against Coventry and providing an assist for Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s late goal. However, the overall statistics reveal an attack overly reliant on his contributions. Prior to this winning streak, Everton recorded a 2-2 draw against Hull City, followed by two consecutive 2-0 losses to Chelsea and Arsenal, during which the team failed to score. Up until October 18, no player in the squad had secured more than a single assist in the Premier League.
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Moyes typically utilizes a 4-2-3-1 formation, which emphasizes wing play for chance creation. The lack of effective output from the flanks has hindered the system, evident during the defeat against Arsenal. Tyler Dibling occupies a winger’s role, yet the evident gap in creativity from the wide positions remains concerning. Unlike adding another striker, securing a creative presence from the wings appears paramount.
In light of this recruitment strategy, Everton previously invested £12.6 million to convert Carlos Alcaraz’s loan from Flamengo into a permanent deal in 2025, successfully bringing in a creative midfielder at a budget-friendly price.
Flamengo Holds the Advantage
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – NOVEMBER 4: Samuel Lino of Flamengo celebrates after scoring the first goal of his team during the Brasileirao 2026 34th-round match between Flamengo and Gremio at Maracana Stadium on November 4, 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Wagner Meier/Getty Images)
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Everton has reportedly entered the competition to sign Flamengo winger Samuel Lino, as outlined by Pedro Reinert for Sport Witness. However, the financial demands appear significant.
Roma has already submitted a €25 million (£22 million) bid for the 26-year-old forward, which Flamengo rejected. Insiders suggest that Everton might need to propose more than €40 million, approximately £35 million, to secure his transfer. With Lino’s contract with Flamengo running until December 2029, the club can afford to wait for the right offer.
Lino has tallied 15 goals and 13 assists under coach Leonardo Jardim, who has shifted him from a traditional winger role into more central attacking positions. This transition seems to align with Everton’s need for a box-arriving creator. Yet, concerns linger about his limited experience, with only 12 goals in 93 appearances for Atlético, his absence from Brazil’s World Cup squad, and no prior exposure to the Premier League.
Is £35M Justified for Samuel Lino?
Many question whether Everton should invest £35 million in Lino. Although the team lacks a wide creator, and Lino’s skill in making late runs could enhance Barry’s opportunities, Transfermarkt valued him at around £17 million in October. Committing double that amount for a player who only thrived after Jardim repositioned him may not align with Moyes’s strategy, which emphasizes defensive responsibilities for wingers. If Flamengo remains firm at a figure exceeding Roma’s rejected £22 million bid, Everton may need to reconsider their pursuit.
