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Everton’s urgent search for a reliable goalscorer is set to dominate their January transfer plans, and the Toffees may be taking inspiration from one of the game’s most trusted voices — England captain Harry Kane.
With Thierno Barry struggling to deliver consistent performances in the Premier League, David Moyes is expected to push hard for attacking reinforcements when the transfer window opens. Everton’s lack of cutting edge in front of goal has been a recurring problem this season, and addressing it has become a top priority for the club.
Several names have already been linked with a move to Goodison Park as January approaches, but one particular striker stands out — especially given the glowing endorsement he has already received from Kane himself.
### Harry Kane backs Everton-linked forward
Everton are believed to be monitoring the situation of Nicolas Jackson, the Senegal international currently on loan at Bayern Munich, away from Chelsea and the Premier League spotlight.
Jackson has caught the eye in Germany, and Kane, who plays alongside him at Bayern, has not been shy in his praise. Earlier in the season, the England skipper highlighted Jackson’s impact after an impressive performance.
“Nico was fantastic today — a goal, an assist and nearly another goal at the end. I’m really pleased for him,” Kane said in October. “We’ll need him all season. Hopefully he stays fit and fresh — it was a really strong performance.”
Such words from England’s all-time leading goalscorer will only add weight to Everton’s interest.
Adding another layer of intrigue, former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is also known to be a long-time admirer of Jackson, having worked closely with him during his spell at Chelsea.
### AFCON form boosts Jackson’s appeal
While Jackson’s Premier League career has been inconsistent, his recent international performances suggest a player growing in confidence. Senegal opened their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a comfortable win over Botswana, and Jackson was the standout performer.
He struck twice early on to put the game beyond doubt before being substituted, narrowly missing out on a hat-trick. While Iliman Ndiaye and Idrissa Gana Gueye also impressed for Senegal, it was Jackson who dominated the headlines.
Everton already have Ndiaye and Gueye at the club — players who could offer valuable insight into Jackson’s mentality and ability — potentially strengthening the case for a move.
With goals proving hard to come by on Merseyside, a striker endorsed by Harry Kane and delivering on the international stage may look increasingly appealing. As January approaches, Jackson’s name could rise quickly to the top of Everton’s shortlist.
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