Ashley Young to sign short-term contract with Everton for 23/24

After leaving Aston Villa for a second time, Ashley Young is set to join Everton on a short-term deal. The player has accepted the proposal made by the club, and will be completing his medical for the move very soon. 

The former Manchester United veteran spent two years with Villa after joining them in 2021, and has made the move as a free agent. He has made 247 total appearances for Aston Villa, and has played 261 games for Manchester United. The former England international also had a spell with Inter Milan, where he made 59 appearances for them and won the Scudetto before returning to England with Villa. 

Ashley Young to sign for Everton to extend Premier League career 

At 38, the full-back is nearing the end of his illustrious career, but is keen on taking on a new challenge. Everton survived relegation by the skin of their teeth this past season, and will be looking to avoid a similar result this time around. 

In the first full season under Sean Dyche, the Toffees will be expected to adopt a new style of play. And the arrival of a proven Premier League veteran like Ashley Young could be beneficial in maintaining the locker room. 

This past season, he made 29 appearances for the Clarets, showing that he still has what it takes to contribute on the pitch regularly. And he will be expected to perform a similar role when he joins Everton.