Everton 
- 4 March
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CONFIRMED: Ellis Simms signs for Coventry.
Ellis Simms has officially moved from Everton to Coventry for a €7M deal. With this transfer, we can officially close the transfer rumour report.
CONFIRMED: Ellis Simms signs for Coventry
Closed
Rumour report
(Latest update: )Momentum is building for Ellis Simms's transfer to Coventry, as reports suggest a 72% probability of the deal moving forward. Here is why.
- Ellis Simms has few opportunities to further develop within this Coventry squad, considering his current level and potential and the role he can play in this squad.
- Coventry has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Ellis Simms (25).
- Coventry has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of Ellis Simms.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few direct competitors for position (Ellis Simms, Haji Wright)
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Few better competitors for position (Ellis Simms, Haji Wright)
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (Ellis Simms, Haji Wright)
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Little chance of further development
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Potential star player in position on team (Ellis Simms, Haji Wright)
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Key player as direct competitor (Ellis Simms, Haji Wright)
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Alternatives of Coventry
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
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68.1
69.2
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Andrea Pinamonti |
 Sassuolo
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€14.6M |
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68.1
68.1
|
Edin Džeko |
 Schalke
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€1.1M |
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67.8
72.5
|
Folarin Balogun |
 Monaco
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€19.8M |
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67.7
71.7
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Rômulo |
 RB Leipzig
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€29.2M |
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67.7
67.7
|
Marvin Ducksch |
 Birmingham
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€4.8M |
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67.6
67.6
|
Ante Budimir |
 Osasuna
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€4.5M |
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67.4
68.4
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Marvin Pieringer |
 Heidenheim
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€5.7M |
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67.4
71.5
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Lorenzo Colombo |
 Genoa
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€5.6M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iliman Ndiaye | 11-02-2026 | Report | |
| Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall | 09-02-2026 | Report | |
| Tim Iroegbunam | 26-01-2026 | Report | |
| Dominic Calvert-Lewin | 06-08-2025 | Report | |
| Beto | 07-01-2025 | Report | |
| Neal Maupay | 25-08-2024 | Report | |
| Ben Godfrey | 13-06-2024 | Report | |
| Douglas Lukjanciks | 13-05-2024 | Report |
Ellis Simms
F (C)
Skill: 65.0
Pot: 68.7
Team
Coventry
Coventry
Contracted Until
30 Jun 27
ETV
€9M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€7.7M – €10.4M
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Who is Ellis Simms?
Ellis Simms (ENG) is a a poacher and currently plays for Coventry. Ellis Simms is 25 years old (2001/01/05) and he is 191cm tall. His preferred foot is Right. His jersey number is 50. Ellis Simms has also been used as a mobile striker and as a pressing forward.
Ellis Simms's current transfer value is between €7.7M and €10.4M. His last transfer was from Everton to Coventry in 2023. Coventry paid Everton €7M for Ellis Simms.
Ellis Simms latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
