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Inside the Transfer: Why Ben Godfrey is Heading to Atalanta

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Atalanta is set to bolster their defense with the signing of Ben Godfrey from Everton. The Italian club has verbally agreed on a deal worth over €10 million plus add-ons for the versatile defender. Godfrey, who has always preferred a move to Serie A, is finalizing contract terms with a medical scheduled for the weekend.

  • Atalanta has agreed to sign Ben Godfrey from Everton for a fee exceeding €10 million plus add-ons.
  • Godfrey’s preference was always to move to Serie A.
  • Contract terms are being finalized, and a medical is booked for the weekend.

Atalanta’s New Signing: Ben Godfrey

Atalanta is on the verge of signing Ben Godfrey from Everton, as reported by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The deal, which is verbally agreed upon, will see the English defender move to Serie A for a fee in excess of €10 million plus add-ons. Godfrey has always expressed a preference for playing in Italy, and with contract terms being finalized, he is set to undergo a medical this weekend.


Godfrey, who joined Everton on October 5, 2020, for €27.5 million, has been a key player for the club. His versatility allows him to play as a centre-back, defensive midfielder, and right-back, making him a valuable addition to Atalanta’s squad.

Player Profile: Ben Godfrey

Born on January 15, 1998, in York, England, Benjamin Matthew Godfrey stands at 1.84 meters and is primarily a centre-back. He is also capable of playing as a defensive midfielder and right-back. Godfrey’s current contract with Everton runs until June 30, 2025, and he is represented by New Era Global Sports. He holds English nationality and is also eligible to play for Jamaica.

Career Statistics

Godfrey has made significant contributions at both the club and national levels. For the England national team, he has earned 2 caps, while for the England U21 team, he has 9 caps and 1 goal. At the club level, since joining Everton, he has made 106 appearances, starting in 72 of those matches. He has been substituted in 6 times, remained on the bench for 28 matches, and missed 13 games due to injury.

Transfer History

Godfrey’s notable transfer history includes his move from Norwich City to Everton on October 5, 2020, for a fee of €27.5 million. York City benefited from this transfer, receiving 10% of the fee due to a sell-on clause.

Market Value and Transfer Context

As of May 27, 2024, Ben Godfrey’s market value stands at €10 million. His upcoming transfer to Atalanta aligns with his preference for Serie A, and the agreed fee for the transfer is in excess of €10 million plus add-ons. With contract terms being finalized and a medical scheduled, Godfrey is set to join Atalanta soon.

For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Ben Godfrey’s profile on Transfermarkt.

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