The controversial decision to defer US star Folarin Balogun (C) one match suspension sparked widespread reaction. (Photo: AFP) Credit: Patrick T. Fallon / AFP

Folarin Balogun is set to join Everton in a deal with Monaco that could reach as much as £40 million ($54 million).

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Paul Kennedy edited Soccer America for 41 years (1985-2026). He began writing for SA in 1974. He started writing for France Football in 1978 and has served on in Ballon d'Or jury since 2007.