As the clock runs out on the deal.

As the clock runs out on the deal, 777 Partners must decide quickly regarding Abdoulaye Doucoure.

Doucoure is one of nine senior stars who are currently scheduled to leave the club at the conclusion of the current campaign, according to Liverpool World 13 October. While the majority of these prospective departures are loanees like Jack Harrison and Arnaut Danjuma or unimportant players like Andre Gomes and Andy Lonergan, Doucoure’s departure could have long-term consequences.

The 30-year-old’s future at the club should be decided quickly if 777’s takeover of the team is successful, and it would be wise to keep him at Goodison Park.

According to The Athletic 23 May, Everton exercised their right to extend Doucoure’s contract, thus as things stand, he won’t have a job at the end of the year. The Toffees have been dragging their feet about his contract during their financial troubles, and his questionable play under Frank Lampard caused him to lose favor.

In the present, he may be the most important player for Everton, scoring important goals and excelling in his midfield responsibilities. Nobody on the team has been flawless this year, but Doucoure has been consistently strong and important to the Toffees’ success.

He could be spotted by other teams for a free transfer if he stays on his present contract, something Everton must prevent.