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Sergio Reguilon’s Next Move: Spain Return Favoured Over Premier League Revival

Sergio Reguilon’s name continues to circulate across Europe as clubs search for late reinforcements in a stretched season. Available on a free transfer since leaving Tottenham in July, the Spaniard has drawn consideration from Everton, though his future may well lie away from the Premier League.

Football Insider reported on 19 September that Reguilon could yet be a solution for clubs in need of depth, with free agents suddenly back in focus. His situation reflects the market’s unpredictability, where one injury crisis can shift the balance.

Everton’s Interest Weighed Against Spain Return

Football Insider revealed that Everton had considered the 28-year-old following injuries in both full-back roles. “Everton could be forced into the free agent market after suffering injuries in both full-back spots,” the outlet wrote on 16 September.

Yet interest is tempered by practicalities. With Vitaliy Mykolenko regaining fitness and featuring in the 2-1 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield, David Moyes may feel less urgency to act. While Mykolenko’s return was far from flawless, it offered stability and reduced immediate pressure to dip into the free agent pool.

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The Spaniard, meanwhile, could look towards his homeland. As Football Insider highlighted, Sevilla and Real Sociedad lead the race. “Right now, I think probably more likely is that maybe Reguilon could end up returning to his native Spain, where there’s been talk of interest from his old club Sevilla and Real Sociedad as well,” it was said on the Inside Track podcast.

Struggles in England Shape His Reputation

Reguilon’s time in England has been far from straightforward. “He’s had a disappointing couple of years, Reguilon, after he couldn’t establish himself in the Spurs team,” the Inside Track podcast observed. Loan spells at Manchester United and Brentford followed, but “didn’t really rip up any trees on those loan moves.”

It leaves him as one of ten notable free agents still searching for a home. His availability remains a temptation for clubs wrestling with defensive shortages, but his reputation requires rebuilding after a period of uncertainty.

Wider Transfer Picture at Everton

Everton’s situation complicates matters. Despite links to Reguilon, the Merseyside club are intent on protecting their core players. Football Insider revealed on 21 August that Everton will not consider offers for Jarrad Branthwaite despite ongoing interest from Manchester United and Liverpool.

With Mykolenko fit again and Adam Aznou still settling, Everton’s transfer priorities could shift towards midfield depth and forward options rather than an emergency left-back solution. For Reguilon, that means the Goodison Park door may not swing open after all.

Future Hinges on Market Needs

Free agency often demands patience. As Football Insider stressed, “a lot will depend on whether any Premier League clubs are in desperate needs of reinforcements at the back due to injury issues.” If a crisis emerges, the Spaniard could yet be an attractive short-term option.

Until then, his most realistic path appears a return to Spain. The lure of familiar surroundings and the chance to re-establish himself at Sevilla or Real Sociedad may prove decisive. “So I think that’s probably going to be more likely for Reguilon if he is to move soon,” the podcast concluded.

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As an Everton supporter digesting this report, there is a mix of relief and scepticism. Relief comes from the return of Vitaliy Mykolenko, who may not have sparkled against Liverpool but still represented a significant boost after weeks of uncertainty. His fitness eases the urgency of throwing money, or in this case wages, at a short-term free agent gamble.

Scepticism arises around Reguilon himself. His time in England has been underwhelming, and while he brings La Liga pedigree, it is difficult to forget the struggles at Spurs, United and Brentford. Free transfers are often labelled as low-risk, but wages and squad disruption carry hidden costs.

For many fans, the thought of Sevilla or Real Sociedad taking him back feels more logical than him stepping into a relegation battle at Goodison Park. Everton need leaders who can hit the ground running, not players still trying to rediscover themselves.

Should another defensive injury occur, minds could change quickly. Until then, supporters are likely to prefer resources being channelled into longer-term solutions, particularly with the club fighting battles on and off the pitch. Reguilon might still resurface in England, but for Everton fans it feels like one that got away without much regret.