Friday’s Everton News: Blues return for preseason, Johnstone linked

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Everton manager David Moyes in the stands before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match at Miami Stadium, Florida. Picture date: Wednesday June 24, 2026. (Photo by Andrew Milligan/PA Images via Getty Images) | PA Images via Getty Images

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Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours

After a long break for many, Everton officially kick off their preseason training today. Hayden Hackney and fellow permanent signings Merlin Rohl and Tyrique George are expected to be present too. [EFC]

Journeyman keeper Sam Johnstone has been linked with a move.

Exclusive: Everton are assessing Sam Johnstone as an option to bolster their goalkeeping ranks. The 33-year-old former England international is one of several shot-stoppers on their shortlist to support Jordan Pickford should Mark Travers leave. #EFChttps://t.co/3jtDaNoKgk

— Bobby Manzi (@BobbyManzi) July 9, 2026

Everton Women midfielder Aurora Galli rejoins the club on a one-year deal. [EFC]

Christopher Ward becomes Everton’s training kit sponsor.

Starting 2026/27 with our first-ever Official Training Kit Partner.

Strengthening a pioneering partnership with @ChrisWardLondon.

— Everton (@Everton) July 9, 2026

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