Key Takeaways:
- Tyrique George secured a permanent move to Everton following an 11-match loan stint last season
- Everton signed the 20-year-old forward from Chelsea on a four-year deal, reportedly worth up to 24 million pounds
- George previously made 37 first-team appearances for Chelsea after emerging from their academy in 2024
Transfer Details and Financials
Everton have officially completed the permanent capture of Tyrique George from Chelsea, announcing the deal on Monday. The transfer sees the 20-year-old English forward commit to Goodison Park on a four-year contract. While both clubs have withheld official financial terms, British media suggest the agreement could be valued as high as 24 million pounds ($32 million).
Here to stay! ✍️
We have completed the permanent signing of England Under-21 international forward Tyrique George from Chelsea for an undisclosed fee.
— Everton (@Everton) July 6, 2026
Loan Spell and Player Statement
George initially arrived at Everton during the January transfer window deadline day on a loan arrangement. He made 11 appearances for the Merseyside outfit throughout the remainder of the season. Reflecting on his permanent switch, George commented in a statement: “I’m so happy to sign for Everton. I loved my time here on loan last season, so as soon as I knew it was a possibility to return, that’s always what I wanted.”
Chelsea Background and Career Progression
Emerging from Chelsea’s youth system, George progressed to the senior squad in 2024 and went on to feature in 37 matches for the London club before his move to Everton.
Everton’s Transfer Business Continues
George is the latest addition in Everton’s ongoing squad reinforcement, arriving on the heels of midfielder Hayden Hackney’s signing from Middlesbrough. The club have also secured Merlin Rohl permanently, following his loan spell at Goodison Park last season from Freiburg.
