Gravesen set to stay with Everton

The 27 year old Dane, who in my opinion is our most important player, has been quiet recently, but his agent has not. At first he was going to leave, and a number of clubs were (and still are) interested, but things seem to have changed.

"I think he'll stay at Everton one more year," said his agent John Sivebaek.

"We don't know about a new contract - it's difficult to say because we've not had any discussions with Everton yet. Thomas is coming back from holiday in the next few days so we'll go and see what's going on in the near future. It depends on the team and some other things but I can't really say at the moment. Thomas is very happy at Everton and he would be happy to stay for one more year. But he has to go on with his career - he's been there for five years and wants to see what he can do next."

Any spot an agent trying to get some cash? My bet is that Thomas will sign a short extension (maybe one year) on the condition that Everton agree to let him leave for a reasonable minimum release fee (perhaps £3m) next summer, should he wish to go then.