News of the agreement has already sent shockwaves across social media, with fans expressing overwhelming excitement at the prospect of seeing their former hero back in blue.

During his earlier stint at the club, the mystery player produced outstanding performances, racking up double-digit goal contributions in a single Premier League season and establishing himself as a vital member of the squad.

His impact on matches, combined with his strong connection to supporters, made him one of the most محبوب figures at the club during his time there.

Since his exit, Everton FC have struggled for consistency in attack. Their output in the final third — particularly throughout the 2024/25 season — has fallen short of expectations, highlighting the need for a dependable and proven goal threat.

With the club now focused on rebuilding and finding stability, a potential return for the former star could arrive at a crucial moment.

Elsewhere, Russell Martin has backed Ipswich Town FC to secure automatic promotion from the Championship this season. The 40-year-old, who spent 15 years at Norwich City FC and made over 300 appearances, is currently without a managerial role following spells with Southampton FC and Rangers FC.

Despite being out of work, Martin has been closely following the Championship campaign. While he has been impressed by Middlesbrough FC, he believes Ipswich’s previous success and squad experience could be decisive in the promotion race. He even tipped them to go up alongside Coventry City FC.

Explaining his view, Martin highlighted the influence of manager Kieran McKenna and a group of players familiar with the demands of securing promotion. He noted that teams with prior success often carry a psychological edge, especially during the high-pressure final stretch of the season.

Drawing from his own time at Norwich, Martin said having players who have “been there and done it” creates a strong belief within the squad. In his view, that winning mentality can be the difference-maker when it matters most — giving Ipswich a valuable advantage as the race reaches its निर्णing stage.