SC Freiburg receives a record transfer fee for Merlin Röhl. The midfielder joins FC Everton permanently, as a purchase obligation takes effect.

What happened?

The transfer of Merlin Röhl to FC Everton is official. The previously loaned midfielder from SC Freiburg will be permanently signed after the Toffees' relegation escape.

Why it matters

For SC Freiburg, the deal means a record income of around 25 million euros. Röhl has made 17 Premier League appearances and scored one goal so far. His contract with Everton runs until 2029.

What comes next?

In addition to Röhl, Everton has also permanently signed Chelsea's Tyrique George - for almost 18 million pounds. SC Freiburg currently stands 7th in the Bundesliga, with 47 points and a record of 13 wins, 8 draws, and 13 losses from 34 games. The recent form is WLDLW.