Axel Tuanzebe faces career crossroads after Burnley departure

Axel Tuanzebe is considering his next move after returning from the 2026 World Cup with the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with interest reported from clubs in both England and Saudi Arabia.

The 28-year-old defender is currently a free agent following his departure from Burnley. His availability has already attracted initial attention from several clubs, according to information from Ben Jacobs, leaving Tuanzebe with a significant decision to make about the next stage of his career.

Brentford and Everton are among the English sides understood to be monitoring his situation. A move to either club could allow Tuanzebe to remain in the Premier League while taking on a fresh challenge at the highest level of the domestic game.

The defender also has potential options outside England. Clubs in Saudi Arabia are reported to have made enquiries about his circumstances and could soon become more active in their attempts to sign him.

Tuanzebe therefore has several possibilities to assess after his spell with Burnley and his involvement with the Democratic Republic of the Congo at the World Cup. With no contract currently tying him to a club, he is able to consider the various proposals before deciding where his career should continue.

His next destination will depend on how he weighs the opportunity to stay in England against the interest arriving from abroad. Brentford and Everton offer the possibility of another Premier League chapter, while the Saudi Arabian clubs could provide an alternative route at a time when Tuanzebe is able to choose his next employer without a transfer fee being required.

Everton are due to begin their English league campaign against Crystal Palace in their opening-day match. Ahead of that fixture, betting company 1xBet lists Everton at 2.06 to win, with the draw priced at 3.40 and a Crystal Palace victory at 3.70.