King expects 'Desperate' Euro club to accept £12m Everton bid for player already at Goodison

The ex-Goodison scout believes the “desperate” French club would likely have to accept the Toffees’ offer. It comes after (16 November) that Everton hope to take advantage of by . Mangala is currently on loan at Goodison Park.

However, Everton and Lyon did not agree a purchase option or obligation in the loan. Therefore, King – speaking exclusively to – thinks the Toffees are in control of this situation. King said.



If the Toffees want to make Mangala’s stay at the club permanent it appears as though their path to a transfer couldn’t be more straightforward. As long as they remain in the Premier League, Mangala would no doubt likely prefer to remain at Goodison then head back to Lyon who are in all sorts of trouble. Meanwhile, Lyon need the money, and would likely accept more or less whatever they are offered.

Therefore, as long as Mangala continues to make an impression, it looks as though his permanent future lies with the Toffees. In other Everton news, ..