Tom Cleverley’s career has hit somewhat of a trough in recent years.
Having peaked during the 2013/14 season for Manchester United [26 appearances] and England [seven appearances], Cleverley’s stock has dropped somewhat.
He played a full season with Aston Villa before moving on to Everton in 2015. He had a decent enough first season at Goodison Park but has been confined to the bench for much of the current campaign.
Newcastle United want him on loan but Everton would prefer cash for a January transfer. The Toffees are lining up a move of their own for Morgan Schneiderlin and could do with the additional funds.
At present, Everton have bid a reported £19m for the Manchester United and France midfielder. The bid has been rejected and West Brom, who bid £18m, are considering another run at Schneiderlin.
With Cleverley’s wages estimated to be £2.1m per season, Everton could also do with getting him off their books to free up space for Schneiderlin.
The 27-year-old is on an estimated weekly wage of £100,000. He has made seven appearances for United this season but has only two starts, both in the Europa League.
Were Everton to get an up-front fee for Cleverley, it may yet get their Schneiderlin deal over the line. The bartering has definitely begun.
