Everton will reportedly look to strike an agreement with 24-year-old English utility man James Garner over a new contract in the coming weeks.

According to a report by Football Insider, Aston Villa, Newcastle United, and West Ham United are interested in James Garner. The 24-year-old utility man has entered the final 12 months of his contract, and his situation has piqued the attention of several Premier League clubs. However, the Toffees are “doing everything they can” to secure an agreement over a new deal with the former Manchester United prospect.

How has James Garner fared at Everton?

James Garner has been one of the best young midfielders in the Premier League since joining Everton from Manchester United in September 2022. The 24-year-old has finally landed on his feet after failing to establish a foothold at Manchester United. Additionally, the Englishman has been a utility man for Everton, as he can reprise any role in the middle of the park and play as a full-back.

Garner has made nearly 100 appearances thus far for Everton, chipping in with three goals and five assists. Meanwhile, the versatile English midfielder’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known Premier League clubs. Aston Villa, Newcastle United, and West Ham United are among the prospective suitors vying for his signature..

Move across the Premier League on the cards?

West Ham United will dip into the market for a midfielder next year, as James Ward-Prowse has no future at the London Stadium under Nuno Espirito Santo, and Guido Rodriguez faces an uncertain future at the club. Interestingly, Ward-Prowse has reportedly emerged as a target for Everton, and Garner can be his replacement at West Ham.

Meanwhile, Aston Villa’s interest in James Garner is somewhat perplexing. The Villans are scouring the market for a versatile midfielder, even though Youri Tielemans, Boubacar Kamara and Amadou Onana have been impressive in the middle of the park. However, John McGinn is on the wrong side of 30, and Ross Barkley has struggled with fitness issues. So, Garner is an option worth considering.

As for Newcastle United, the Magpies are eager to sign a versatile midfielder amid uncertainties surrounding Joelinton’s long-term future. So, Garner has emerged as a viable target for the Tyneside outfit. However, Everton will attempt to tie the 24-year-old Englishman to a new deal, and they are ready “doing everything they can” to secure an agreement.

Garner has entered the final 12 months of his contract, and the situation has piqued the attention of Aston Villa, Newcastle United, and West Ham United. However, with Everton pushing for a new deal, it will be interesting to see what the future holds for the English midfielder.