Everton rejected chance to sign Chelsea defender Rudiger
Everton turned down the chance to sign Chelsea centre-back, Antonio Rudiger.
The Toffees were looking for a center half in the dying stages of the summer transfer window.
They could have signed Rudiger on loan, but The Athletic claims the overall financial package was too rich.
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Chelsea wanted a £5 million loan fee for the season.
In addition, the Toffees would have needed to pay all of Rudiger’s £150K-a-week wages.
Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti ultimately rejected the deal.