Everton is weighing a move for Wolverhampton Wanderers goalkeeper Sam Johnstone as the squad began its pre-season training camp at Finch Farm on July 10, 2026.
The 33-year-old former England international is a top candidate to provide experienced Premier League backup behind starting goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, according to reports from the Daily Mail, Mail Sport's Bobby Manzi, talkSPORT's Alex Crook, and GiveMeSport.
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Potential Move Depends on Travers Exit
The potential acquisition of Johnstone depends on the departure of current number two goalkeeper Mark Travers, who was signed from Bournemouth last summer.
Travers is currently drawing significant transfer interest from both Wrexham and newly-promoted Coventry City.
Everton manager David Moyes continues to prioritize proven top-flight cover rather than developing younger options in goal, making the experienced Johnstone an ideal fit for the Merseyside club's short-term squad depth.
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Johnstone has spent two seasons with Wolves under a contract running until 2028 but has fallen behind Jose Sa in the pecking order at Molineux, making just 27 total appearances since his ten-million-pound move in 2024.
Meanwhile, the wider Wolverhampton squad faces further changes as Besiktas explores a move for Portugal international Jose Sa, leaving manager Cesar Peixoto with potential gaps to fill in the goalkeeping department this summer.
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Everton's training return also featured permanent signings Merlin Rohl, Tyrique George, and Hayden Hackney as the team builds toward its season opener against Crystal Palace at Hill Dickinson Stadium on August 22, 2026.
