Everton were linked with a move for Lorenzo Pellegrini last month and now a fresh report has lots of supporters on Twitter discussing the prospect of a move.
Indeed, according to a report from Calcio Mercato in March, Everton and Inter Milan are two clubs interested in signing Pellegrini as contract talks between Roma and the player have stalled.
And now a fresh report from Corriere Dello Sport has prompted fresh discussion amongst the Toffees faithful.
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The report claims a release clause of just €30m (£26m) – a fee payable over two years – remains in his contract, and several clubs from Italy, Spain and England are asking the player’s entourage for information regarding the player’s future at the club.
The 23-year-old is a promising talent and has showcased his creativity since arriving at the Stadio Olimpico in 2017.
An attacking-minded midfielder by trade, he already has 10 goals and 23 assists in 95 appearances for the capital outfit, with nine of those assists arriving in Serie A this season.
Given Gylfi Sigurdsson’s uninspiring form so far this season, it’s no surprise that Everton supporters are eager to see a new creative talent move to Merseyside, and it appears plenty would be delighted with a move for Pellegrini.
One fan suggest he’d be a better option than Aaron Ramsey, while another suggested he’d be one of the bargains of the summer.
Here’s how the fans reacted to reports…