Everton sign Johnson from Palace in transfer swap for McNeil
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- Everton signed Brennan Johnson from Crystal Palace in a straight swap deal for Dwight McNeil, with both players agreeing to four-year contracts.
- Brennan Johnson joins Everton after making just 26 appearances without scoring for Crystal Palace since his £35m arrival from Tottenham in January 2026.
- Dwight McNeil moves to Crystal Palace after scoring 15 goals and providing 18 assists in 130 appearances for Everton, nearly joining Palace earlier in the same window before paperwork issues scuttled the initial move.
- David Moyes' Everton now have five summer signings, including Johnson, Hayden Hackney, Tyrique George, Christian Norgaard, and Merlin Rohl whose loan obligation was triggered.
- Crystal Palace recouped £51m by selling Maxence Lacroix to Chelsea and added Takehiro Tomiyasu and Oscar Mingueza on free transfers alongside McNeil.
Why it matters: This direct swap bypasses cash negotiations and balances immediate needs: Everton regain attacking depth with Johnson’s pace and potential, while Palace secure a proven Premier League performer in McNeil after a prior failed attempt. The structure suggests both clubs prioritized fit and timing over transfer fees, making it a model for future exchanges when valuations align.
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