According to Estadio Deportivo, Everton will eventually convince Getafe shot-stopper Rui Silva to join them.
The 26-year-old’s contract with the Spanish side expires in June, and he is currently free to negotiate pre-contract agreements with other clubs.
Real Betis and Sevilla FC are also keen, while Atletico Madrid and Serie A sides are said to be pushing hard to sign him.
However, Estadio Deportivo believe it will be the Toffees who end up convincing the Portuguese glovesman to join them.
The Spanish news outlet add that Everton can pay more than any other interested party, which is a crucial aspect of this transfer race.
On the basis of this report, it sounds as if Carlo Ancelotti is still looking for a Jordan Pickford replacement.
Or, at least someone to put pressure on the England international.
However, this report comes amid another story from Calciomercato.
The Italian news outlet say that Everton want to sign on-loan goalkeeper Robin Olsen permanently.
If that is the case, then what is Ancelotti’s plan? Does he want three goalkeepers on the books, all to challenge for one spot?
Well, while that is hard to tell, it does seem as if the ex-Chelsea boss isn’t entirely convinced by Pickford, in our view.
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