Everton made a move to sign the former Celtic player who was praised by Pele

Everton’s summer transfer window continues to develop as the club explores a number of attacking options ahead of the new Premier League season.

The Toffees have already been linked with a move for West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen, with interest emerging as part of their search for proven attacking quality in the top flight.

Bowen remains one of the most consistent forwards outside of the traditional top six, having contributed two goals in each of his Premier League campaigns since joining the Hammers in 2020.

Everton are also monitoring developments regarding Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney, with the club considering whether to make a new, tangible move after his impressive season in the Championship.

Hackney’s passing range, ability to control the ball and composure in control have made him one of the brightest young midfielders outside the Premier League, attracting the attention of several top clubs.

Everton already have a bid for the 24-year-old, who was named Championship Player of the Season, rejected. However, the saga may have more twists to come.

As Everton continue to explore both attacking and midfield reinforcements, attention has now turned to the international striker who has experience in several European leagues.

According to journalist Rudy Galetti, Everton are among the clubs that have recently requested information on Marseille striker Timothy Weah.

Everton are making a move to sign Timothy Weah from Marseille

Galetti reports that Marseille consider the USA World Cup star an important part of their long-term project, but also knows that a significant offer could still lead to difficult negotiations.

Weah, the son of Ballon d’Or winner George Weah, has built a career that has taken him to many of Europe’s top leagues.

He came through the PSG academy before gaining first-team experience in France, and later on loan to Celtic, where he impressed during his time in Scotland.

For Celtic, Weah has been a regular at home and in Europe, contributing four goals and an assist from wide areas while showing his ability to work in the first line.

His performance in Glasgow helped establish his reputation as a direct, fast forward who can stretch defenses and provide versatility in all attacking roles.

Weah later moved to Lille and then to Juventus before continuing his career in Ligue 1 with Marseille, where he was part of a team that competed at the bottom of French football.

What Pele said to Timothy Weah during the 2022 USA Champions League

Internationally, Weah has also been a key player for the USA national team, earning 53 caps so far.

One of his most memorable moments came at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, when he scored an outstanding goal against Wales in the group stage.

The finish, a calm strike after a well-timed run in behind the defence, impressed many at the time.

Former Brazil star Pelé, who sadly passed away in late 2022, was among those who highlighted the quality of the goal, describing it as a moment of real class during the tournament.

That strike helped set the tone for a strong group stage campaign for the USA, with Weah playing a key role throughout the tournament.

Everton’s interest in the ‘fierce’ striker comes as the club look to add pace and direction to their attack, with David Moyes looking for variety in the final third.