Forest line up £40m move for Everton teenager Harrison Armstrong
Why it matters: David Moyes said Everton cannot afford to lose top players as fans angrily pushed back against a possible sale.
Nottingham Forest are preparing a £40 million bid for Everton midfielder Harrison Armstrong, a 19-year-old academy product who has quickly become one of the club’s brightest prospects. Manager David Moyes said he wants to keep Armstrong after Everton’s 1-1 draw at Bournemouth, but stressed any transfer would be a club decision. Armstrong played the full match and, according to Moyes, was especially influential in the first half. The reported approach has triggered a furious reaction from Everton supporters, who view the teenager as central to the club’s future. The interest also adds to pressure on Everton’s ownership as Moyes continues to push for more signings before the window closes.