Everton transfer news: 'Shock' claim emerges involving 84-cap star at major CL club

Journalist Pete O'Rourke says he would be "shocked" if Everton signed Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Idrissa Gueye before tonight's deadline.

The 32-year-old has been linked with a late move to Goodison Park, but it is a deal O'Rourke cannot see happening.

According to The Athletic's Simon Johnson, Everton have made a move to bring Gueye back to the club, with the 84-cap Senegal international leaving to join PSG back in 2019. 

Frank Lampard, of course, has just been appointed as the new Everton manager, and it appears he has his sights on strengthening the Toffees' midfield.

Gueye is obviously someone who knows the Premier League well following his spells at Goodison Park and Villa Park. In total, he made 134 league appearances for the Merseyside club and Aston Villa before returning to France. 

The former Lille man has since gone on to play just under 100 games for PSG, winning two Ligue 1 titles and three French Cups in the process.

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Gueye's experience alone would make him a good signing for Everton, but O'Rourke has told GIVEMESPORT that he would be shocked if the Premier League outfit managed to lure him back to Goodison. 

Speaking to GMS, the transfer insider said: "I suppose there's interest from Everton. I'd be shocked if this was to happen. Idrissa Gueye's been playing for PSG."

This one does not look like it is going to happen. As O'Rourke mentioned, Gueye has been playing for PSG this season, making 20 appearances in all competitions under Mauricio Pochettino.

On course for the title and hoping to challenge for the Champions League trophy, why would the French giants sell a key midfielder to Everton and at this stage of the