Everton and Aston Villa are ready to go toe to toe as they plan to solve their defensive woes going into the 2022/2023 season. Burnley centre-back James Tarkowski has emerged as a big option for both clubs and both managers Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are keen on the 28-year-old. Tarkowski has one year left on his current contract at Burnley and the England defender could be set for a departure.
Burnley have been relegated to the Championship following their 1-2 loss at home against Newcastle. The Clarets had a season to forget especially in the dying stages of the season, losing back-to-back games to Spurs in London and also to Newcastle at Lancashire. Burnley sacked manager Sean Dyche back in April after a poor run of games and he was replaced by caretaker manager Mike Jackson who was assisted by Ben Mee, the club’s captain.
Following their relegation, there seems to be a good chance that Burnley will cash in on Tarkowski for at least a minimal figure. The relegated side have to do with the money in the region of £4m-£12m from either Everton or Aston Villa as the squad value will decrease following their drop to the Championship.
Everton will meet with Tarkowski’s representatives later this week and they are optimistic about agreeing to a deal in the coming days. Tarkowski is well-liked by Lampard, who intends to seal the holes in defence next season. Aston Villa are reportedly eager to get started in negotiations with the huge defender and Steven Gerrard sees him as a suitable partner for Villa captain Tyrone Mings in the heart of defence.
Both sides are ready to lock horns for the signature of Tarkowski in the next few days and it will definitely be one to see as both clubs need to solidify their defence. Tarkowski has not agreed with any club as of yet and will communicate soon. The time frame is not yet known as the player and his agent are not speaking regarding his future right now.
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