I think it's tough for you guys to secure Lukaku, but I don't think it's impossible. I'm surprised that there's even a question over whether you think he's worth 24 million. IMO if you have to go out onto the open market to find a forward, you will not get close to finding a player of his quality who'll want to move to Everton. I don't mean that in a disrespectful way, but in the same manner that Lukaku wants CL football, any proven goal scorer in a top league is going to a) cost big money and b) want to wait to see if a CL club comes in before moving anywhere.
Agree with those who think Kone is not very good. He isn't. You guys should bid for Negredo, he'd be unbelievable at Everton. He's on 50/60k a week so he's certainly within your wage budget range. I believe City are asking 25 million for him. Personally as much as I rate Lukaku, i'd have the Beast in my team ahead of him all day long because he's a better finisher, has a better first touch, and has that intelligence that comes with age. Actually having said that, I rate Lukaku a lot too so if you get either of those two you'll be laughing.
