Everton closing in on loan for England's Robinson

Everton are closing in on an agreement to sign England winger Katie Robinson on loan from Aston Villa this summer, with an option to buy clause.

The deal is not yet finalised but all parties are confident of an agreement with Robinson planning to carry out a medical at Everton on Wednesday.

Robinson joined Villa on a free transfer from Brighton in 2024 and has a year remaining on her current contract.

The 22-year-old was the youngest member of Sarina Wiegman's Lionesses squad that reached the Women's World Cup final in 2023.

She made 16 appearances in all competitions for Villa last season but only started five matches under new manager Natalia Arroyo between January and May.

Robinson impressed during her time at Brighton and is considered a young forward with high potential.

Everton manager Brian Sorensen has worked with young English talent before, enjoying success with Chelsea's Aggie Beever-Jones and Manchester City's Jess Park in loan spells at the club.

The Toffees are ambitious in this summer's transfer window following the arrival of new owners The Friedkin Group and fresh investment.