As featured on NewsNow: Football news

Everton under no pressure to sell in-demand Barkley

Everton boss Roberto Martinez feels the club's strong financial position means they can resist bids for midfielder Ross Barkley in January. The 20 year old has been linked with a £50m move to Manchester United.

When asked if he was confident the Toffees could resist offers from other clubs, Martinez, said: "Yes. Absolutely. There is not even a doubt."

"He has a long-term contract and the first half of the season has been a real joy to see him grow and the second half of the season will be even better," the Spaniard said.

"We are in a strong position financially. When you have to bring in money then it can be a real difficult position as you can be anxious and frustrated.

"The stability we have from a financial point of view allows us to make football decisions and this January window is important for us to make sure we kick on and finish stronger than we started."

 For breaking stories and all the great banter like us on Facebook: facebook.com/tribalfootball

Video of the day:

About the author

Dave Williams

×

Subscribe and go ad-free

For only $10 a year

  1. Go Ad-Free
  2. Faster site experience
  3. Support great writing
  4. Subscribe now
Launch Offer: 2 months free
×

Subscribe and go ad-free

For only $10 a year

Subscribe now
Launch Offer: 2 months free