According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti was the deciding factor in Josh King’s decision to choose a move to Everton ahead of Fulham.
Deciding factor in Josh King choosing to join Everton from Bournemouth was said to be Carlo Ancelotti. #EFC boss personally convinced 29yo he’s a firm part of their plans. It’s a six-month deal for a fee + most likely further add-on to #AFCB if signs permanently @TheAthleticUK https://t.co/khPXOHpGMV
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) February 1, 2021
Bournemouth accepted bids from the two Premier League clubs ahead of yesterday’s 11 pm transfer deadline, and it was left to the Norwegian international to choose.