JUST IN: Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall Undergoes Everton Medical Ahead of £25m Transfer
Chelsea midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has arrived in the North West of England today to undergo the first stage of his medical ahead of a proposed move to Everton, according to reliable journalist Patrick Boyland from The Athletic.
The Merseyside club are believed to have agreed a deal worth £25 million for the former Leicester City playmaker, who only recently made the switch to Stamford Bridge. Everton are pushing to strengthen their midfield options significantly this summer, and Dewsbury-Hall is seen as a key addition to their squad at the newly christened Hill Dickinson Stadium.
The 26-year-old is set to become Everton’s fifth signing of the summer window, following the arrivals of Charly Alcaraz (who joined permanently after a loan spell), highly-rated goalkeeper Mark Travers, teenage full-back Adam Aznou, and French defender Thierno Barry. Dewsbury-Hall will be expected to slot straight into the midfield, filling the void left by Abdoulaye Doucouré, whose departure at the end of last season came after contract extension talks between the two parties broke down.
Having made just two Premier League starts for Chelsea last season, Dewsbury-Hall featured more prominently in the UEFA Conference League, gaining valuable continental experience. Despite limited minutes in the top flight, the midfielder has already proven himself during his Leicester days, where he was a regular starter and a key figure in their midfield.
At 5ft 9in, Dewsbury-Hall is known for his tireless work rate, creative passing, and ability to press opponents aggressively – attributes that Everton boss David Moyes highly values as he looks to build a dynamic, competitive squad ahead of the 2025–26 campaign.
The England-born midfielder has yet to earn a senior international cap, but the move to Everton could offer him a platform to stake his claim. With the Three Lions under new manager Thomas Tuchel closely monitoring domestic talent ahead of the 2026 World Cup, a strong Premier League season could catapult Dewsbury-Hall into contention for a surprise call-up.
Meanwhile, Everton’s pursuit of Southampton starlet Tyler Dibling appears to have stalled. Despite strong interest, the Toffees are unwilling to meet Southampton’s £50 million valuation, which also includes a hefty 25 percent sell-on clause. Negotiations have hit a standstill, and it now appears increasingly likely that Everton will turn their attention to other attacking options.
Manager David Moyes is far from finished in the market. Following Dewsbury-Hall’s arrival, the Scottish tactician is keen on bringing in at least five more players before the transfer window closes. The Friedkin Group, Everton’s new owners, are reportedly committed to supporting his vision, and are prepared to invest further to ensure the club climbs back up the Premier League table.
Everton fans will be hopeful that Dewsbury-Hall’s imminent arrival marks the beginning of a new era of ambition and progress, as the club looks to bounce back from recent struggles and reestablish itself as a force in English football.