Everton’s recruitment team have renewed their interest in Franculino Djú, the in-form FC Midtjylland striker catching eyes across Europe. The Bold.dk and PL Bold reports confirm that a Toffees scout attended recent fixtures to track the 20-year-old’s progress, alongside representatives from Bayern Munich and Inter Milan.
It isn’t the first time Everton have followed the Guinea-Bissau international. They first scouted him in August and have continued to receive glowing feedback from Denmark. After missing out in the summer, the club remain keen — but patience may be required.
Red-Hot Form in Denmark
Djú strengthened his growing reputation on Thursday night, scoring in Midtjylland’s 3-1 Europa League win over Celtic at the MCH Arena. The goal took his season tally to 18 goals and 3 assists from 25 appearances, underlining his evolution from raw talent to clinical finisher.
| Stat (2025/26) | Franculino Djú |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 25 |
| Goals | 18 |
| Assists | 3 |
| Contract Until | 2029 |
source: sofascore match data – 5 November 2025
Those numbers explain why major European clubs have joined the chase. But his long-term contract gives Midtjylland full control over his future.
“No One Leaves in January”
Manager Mike Tullberg has made his position clear. Speaking to PL Bold, he dismissed any chance of a mid-season sale — even to Bayern Munich.
“I have told the club that I want my players to stay, and I do not assume that anyone will change. There are no FCM players who will move to Bayern Munich. They will change to Dortmund, if that is the case.”
His comments came shortly after sporting director Kristian Bach Bak admitted that interest in Djú was inevitable during the winter window — but confirmed the club intend to resist all bids until summer.
Our View — Everton’s Patience Will Be Tested
In our view, Everton’s renewed pursuit of Djú shows the club’s strategic pivot toward younger, resale-value forwards. However, with Midtjylland unwilling to negotiate before summer, it looks likely the Toffees will monitor him through the remainder of the season rather than push for an early deal. Given his 2029 contract and rising valuation, Everton may need to move fast in June if they want to avoid a bidding war with Europe’s elite.
Key Insights
- Big takeaway: Everton scouts watched Franculino Djú again, but Midtjylland insist he won’t leave in January.
- Quick stat: 18 goals and 3 assists in 25 games — one of Europe’s most in-form young strikers.
- Club stance: Manager Tullberg says “no players will move” mid-season.
- Transfer outlook: Everton, Bayern Munich and Inter Milan all keeping tabs for summer.
- Contract: Djú tied to Midtjylland until 2029.
What’s Next
Everton are expected to keep scouting Djú through the winter and revisit a potential approach after the season ends. For now, the striker remains focused on Midtjylland’s Conference League campaign — and on maintaining his remarkable scoring run.
👉 Everton fans — should the Toffees wait until summer for Djú, or find another goal-getter in January?
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