Former Liverpool midfielder rejects move to Everton out of respect for the Reds

Everton’s January transfer plans have hit a roadblock as Juventus midfielder Arthur Melo has reportedly turned down a move to Goodison Park.

Arthur, who has struggled for playing time at Juventus under Thiago Motta this season, was viewed as a key target to bolster Everton’s squad. However, the Brazilian’s prior association with Liverpool seems to have played a pivotal role in his decision to decline Everton’s offer.

Despite a short and injury-marred loan stint with Liverpool in the 2022–23 campaign...