Everton boss Marco Silva has decided to bid for Newcastle defender Jamaal Lascelles at £30million.
According to Marclo Silva his plan is to boost the captain’s defence after arriving at Goodison Park.
He is looking for a long-term partner for Michael Keane as Ashley Williams and Phil Jagielka are getting towards the end of their careers.
Rafa Benitez’s future as boss at St James’ Park is still unclear as he has not agreed a new contract.
And Lascelles, 24, is among the players who may look at their future as the gaffer’s talks rumble on.
Liverpool have also tracked Lascelles during a season where Gareth Southgate considered him for an England call-up.