I too think (if he doesn't sign) it'll go to the last week of the window. And provided we've already got our players in, thats fine by me. It'll be a game of cat & mouse for sure and a possible deadline day deal. But if we can hold our nerve we can still get a decent fee....I'm of a view that a deadline move is likely. Teams will baulk at the current valuation but will be aware of Everton's desire to sell. They will see an acquisition at a more agreeable price, particularly if they are still looking to bolster their squad.
I'd rather he signed a new contract though.