The 25-year-old central midfielder showed glimpses of his quality on loan at West Ham United last season and has now been linked with Everton.
Everton are reportedly still interested in signing Portuguese midfielder Joao Mario from Inter Milan and fans appear enthused by his potential arrival.
According to Calciomercato, the 25-year-old, who is still on holiday following the World Cup, will not return to first-team training with the Serie A club, with Everton and Real Betis both allegedly interested in signing the creative midfielder.
Under new manager Marco Silva, the Toffees have made just one addition in the summer transfer window, signing Brazilian forward Richarlison.
If Mario can return to the form he showed in his final two seasons at Sporting Lisbon he could be a useful addition to Silva’s squad.
A versatile central midfielder who is capable of unlocking defences with his vision and distribution, the Portuguese international can be effective both in and out of possession.
Despite his light frame, the midfielder contributes defensively and his high work-rate is especially useful in a pressing system.
Mario showed glimpses of quality last season on loan at West Ham United and Everton fans will be hoping that Silva can unlock his full potential at Goodison Park if he arrives.
With the 9 August Premier League transfer window closing date fast approaching, some Everton fans would welcome the addition of Mario to the squad:
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