Everton, though, could face competition from a string of European giants for the Wolverhampton Wanderers teenager.
Everton are leading the Premier League chase for Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Owen Otasowie, according to the Sun.
The report claims Everton still face competition from the continent, however, with Juventus, Ajax and Schalke 04 also keen on signing the 16-year-old.
Otasowie has yet to play for Wolves’ first team, but is said to have impressed enough at youth level to be offered a three-year professional contract ahead of his his 17th birthday in April.
The former Mass Elite Academy player qualifies for England and Nigeria at international level, but trained with the United States Under-18s earlier in the season, according to the Sun.
Wolves appear destined for an exciting future as they head into the campaign’s final 19 matches 10 points clear at the top of the Championship.
Otasowie, however, is likely to be aware of Everton’s exemplary record development of young – predominantly English – talent, and could be tempted by a move to Goodison Park.
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