Edon Zhegrova Everton move boosted as Juventus doubts grow under Spalletti

Edon Zhegrova’s difficult spell at Juventus could open the door for a summer move to Everton, with growing indications that the winger’s time in Turin is nearing an end.

The 27-year-old has struggled for minutes in recent months, and reports in Italy suggest that tensions with head coach Luciano Spalletti are contributing to uncertainty around his future.

Everton showed interest in Zhegrova during the January window, but a move failed to materialise. That situation may now change, with Juventus increasingly open to an exit.

Since the end of January, Zhegrova has played less than 90 minutes of Serie A football, including just 18 minutes in the recent match against Bologna. His limited involvement reflects a drop in trust from the coaching staff.

According to reports, Spalletti was particularly frustrated with his performance in that game.

Zhegrova’s display against Bologna is described as a turning point, with the winger criticised for poor decision-making and losing possession in key moments.

Those issues reportedly left Juventus exposed defensively, leading to further concerns about his reliability within the system.

Based on recent matches we’ve covered, tactical discipline has been a priority under Spalletti, making inconsistency difficult to accommodate.

However, it remains too early to confirm whether the manager has fully ruled him out of long-term plans, even if opportunities appear limited.

Juventus are believed to be willing to sell Zhegrova in the summer, with a minimum fee of around €11.4 million required to avoid a financial loss.

The player himself is understood to be waiting to assess incoming offers, but the club may move more quickly if interest becomes concrete.

For Everton, this creates a potential opportunity to secure a technically gifted winger at a relatively low cost.

Zhegrova’s technical ability remains highly regarded, with previous performances at Lille highlighting his creativity and attacking threat.

However, concerns over fitness, intensity and consistency have emerged during his time in Italy. His reduced physical output compared to earlier stages of his career may raise questions about adaptation to the Premier League.

From the last few seasons we’ve followed, wide players in England are often required to maintain high-intensity runs and defensive work, factors that could influence Everton’s decision.

Everton are expected to monitor the situation ahead of the summer transfer window, with the possibility of renewing their interest if Juventus actively push for a sale. Zhegrova’s role is unlikely to increase significantly before the end of the season, meaning clarity on his future could arrive quickly once the campaign concludes.