...we’re virtually at the half way point of this January transfer window and here’s a round-up of rumours for this Monday morning;
- According to The Liverpool Echo, Everton will step up their attemps to bring in Arsenal’s Theo Walcott this week. Talks have already taken place between the clubs about a £20m Transfer for the 28 year old. The Daily Mail reports Allardyce will not guarantee Walcott a central attacking role.
- The Bristol Post says Everton, Brighton and Leeds are battling for the signature of 17 year old Jordan Stevens who plays for Forest Green.
- 4th Official reports Burnley are strong favourites to sign Everton’s 30 year old winger, Aaron Lennon.
- 4th Official also links Everton with a £20m move for West Ham’s 27 year old winger, Michail Antonio.
- Sunday’s edition of Catalan newspaper, Sport, says Everton will have to pay €25m to sign Barcelona’s Rafinha on a permanent deal, although the club are prepared to listen to offers of a loan deal for the player. The Brazilian holds a Spanish passport so a work permit wouldn’t be a problem. Gerard Deulofeu is also available which could bring Everton a percentage of any transfer fee.
- Turkish outlet, Fotomac, report Everton Forward Oumar Niasse would prefer a move to Galatasary over Crystal Palace or West Brom. Galatasary are waiting on a response to their enquiry for a loan move ahead of a possible permanent transfer. TEAMtalk website says Newcastle United are interested in bringing the 27 year old to Tyneside.
- The Sunday Express say Everton could still make a move for Atlético Madrid’s 29 year old Argentinian, Nicola Gaitan, but only if their pursuit of Theo Walcott fails.
- According to L’Equippe, Everton are being lined up to sign 20 year old Lille Forward, Martin Terrier, despite the player being on loan at Strasbourg. Apparently Lille have financial problems and a deal could bring in €20m.