Everton eye permanent George deal: FPL impact assessed

Everton are reportedly nearing a permanent deal for winger Tyrique George, who spent the latter part of last season on loan at Goodison Park from Chelsea. FPL managers will be watching closely to see if this move unlocks any hidden value for the young midfielder in the upcoming season.

By the numbers

• Position: MID

Href: Price: £4.8m Availability: Fully available

• This season: 16 pts, 351 mins, 0 goals, 0 assists, 1 clean sheets, 23 DEFCON pts, PPG 1.1, form 0.0, xGI 1.83, owned by 0.1%
• FPL expected points next GW: 0.8
• 2025/26: 16 pts, 351 mins, 0 goals, 0 assists, 1 clean sheets
• 2024/25: 17 pts, 177 mins, 1 goals, 1 assists, 1 clean sheets
• 2023/24: 0 pts, 0 mins, 0 goals, 0 assists, 0 clean sheets

The FPL verdict

Tyrique George's potential permanent move to Everton, as reported by The Guardian, presents an intriguing, albeit currently low-ceiling, FPL option. Given his limited minutes last season (351 across 11 appearances), a starting spot isn't guaranteed immediately, but David Moyes' continued interest suggests he's valued within the squad.

At a price point of Price: £4.8m, George is firmly in the budget midfielder category. His FPL output to date has been modest, with 16 points this season and a career-high of 17 points in 2024/25. With 0 goals and 0 assists this season, his attacking returns have been non-existent, reflected in his low xGI of 1.83. His DEFCON contribution, at 23 points, indicates some defensive involvement, but not enough to elevate his overall FPL appeal significantly. His expected points for the next gameweek are a mere 0.8, highlighting his current peripheral role.

George is a true differential, owned by just 0.1% of FPL managers. His FPL prospects hinge on securing regular minutes under Moyes. If he can establish himself as a starter, his low price could make him an enabler for more expensive assets. However, until a clearer path to consistent starts and attacking returns emerges, he remains a speculative pick, best monitored from the sidelines as Everton navigate their fixtures.