Everton and Brighton & Hove Albion are in the picture to sign Royale Union Saint-Gilloise’s Massiré Sylla.
The centre-back’s good start with the Belgian club has caught the attention of several clubs, including Everton and Brighton.
Union Saint-Gilloise signed him from Norwegian side Lyn 1896 Fotballklubb in January and the centre-back played three matches in the second half of last season.
Everton and Brighton pursuing defender
However, the Senegalese’s situation has improved a lot this season. In fact, he has settled his place in the Jupiler Pro League side’s starting lineup, playing 1,626 minutes in 18 matches.
His performances have seen several European clubs take notice, and Africa Foot states that the list includes the two English clubs. Both Everton and Fabian Hürzeler’s side have been monitoring the defender but also pursuing him.
In fact, the Toffees and Brighton & Hove Albion have already made enquiries about him. The outlet doesn’t make it clear whether the contact was with Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, his camp or both.
AC Milan had initially shown interest, while Everton and The Amex club are pursuing him, with the report specifying whether it’s for January or next summer.
Last week, Massiré Sylla signed an extension until 2031. Transfermarkt now value him at €5m, a €4.2m rise since June 2026. It clearly indicates his rapid rise in Belgium this season.
Everton and Brighton keen on CBs
Union Saint-Gilloise have a decision to make if Everton, the Seagulls or another club were to make a concrete push. The player’s stance on changing clubs, either in January or next summer, is also unclear.
Besides Massiré Sylla, both Everton and Brighton & Hove Albion are also battling to sign another defender.
On Thursday, Sport Witness covered a report from Brazil explaining that the two clubs are in the race to sign Atlético Mineiro youngster Vitão.
Like the Senegalese, Vitão is also a centre-back. In this case, the Seagulls appear to be ahead of David Moyes’ side, after already sending their scouts to Brazil.
