Everton have been one of the busier teams so far in the January transfer window as Rafa Benitez looks to bring in reinforcements.
The Blues have already got deals for Vitalli Mykolenko and Nathan Patterson over the line, showing an emphasis on improving manager Benitez's full-back defensive options.
While this week's headlines have been dominated by Lucas Digne’s future at Goodison Park, Everton have continued to be linked with other comings and goings.
So here’s a round-up of the transfer gossip as we rate the latest rumours surrounding potential ins and outs for the Blues.
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Who?
Mason Holgate
Where?
Journalist Pete O’Rourke
What?
Everton defender Mason Holgate is supposedly being 'chased' by three clubs over a possible loan deal this month.
That’s according to journalist Pete O’Rourke, who claims that both Monaco and Nice are interested in the 25-year-old, alongside an unnamed Premier League outfit.
Holgate has been the subject of similar rumours for several weeks, with Newcastle United and Burnley previously said to be interested his services.
The centre-back has found himself in contention for a first-team berth due to injuries in recent weeks, making eight league appearances for Everton so far this term.
Who?
Ajax forward David Neres
Where?
What?
Ajax’s director of football Marc Overmars has admitted that a potential exit for David Neres 'would not be illogical', following recent links to Everton.
French publication Jeunes Footeux has claimed in recent days that 'especially Everton', alongside Newcastle and Lyon, are all interested in the Brazilian international.
Speaking to Voetbal International , Overmars shared that Ajax will need to raise €50m in player sales to break even this summer, fuelling rumours that Neres could leave the club.
'A departure of Nicolás Tagliafico and David Neres would not be illogical,' he said when asked about potential exits.
“Neres has been with Ajax since the beginning of 2017, is 24 years old, and wants to take a step.”
Who?
Allan
Where?
Il Messaggero, via LazioNews24
What?
Lazio have 'set their sights' on signing Allan this month, according to reports in Italy.
Currently managed by his former Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri, the Blues' No.6 is mentioned alongside Inter Milan midfielder Matias Vecino as potential targets for the club.
The report goes on to say that Lazio could offer Allan a loan deal until the end of the season, as he is on 'the edge' at Everton.
However, the Brazilian has been first-choice for Rafa Benitez when fit this season, with only one of his 16 league appearances coming from the bench.
