Everton are reportedly eyeing a bid for Newcastle’s captain Jamaal Lascelles, taking into consideration the uncertainty of the future of Rafa Benitez who is yet to agree to a new contract at St James Park.
Marco Silva is believed to be preparing a bid for the skipper in the region of £30million as he seeks to bolster his defensive unit ahead of the 2018/2019 season.
Defenders Ashley Williams and Phil Jagielka are said to be approaching the end of their careers and Silva is key to find a replacement early enough.