Everton are reportedly lining up a bid for Roma midfielder Kevin Strootman next summer.
According to The Mirror, Toffees tactician Ronald Koeman sees him as the ideal replacement for ageing Gareth Barry.
The 26-year-old Dutchman has seemingly got back to his best after missing almost two years with two serious knee injuries.
His contract with the Giallorossi is due to expire in June 2018.
Strootman had already turned down a big offer from Manchester United when he first came to Roma via PSV Eindhoven in 2013.
Everton are reportedly lining up a bid for Roma midfielder Kevin Strootman next summer.
According to The Mirror, Toffees tactician Ronald Koeman sees him as the ideal replacement for ageing Gareth Barry.
The 26-year-old Dutchman has seemingly got back to his best after missing almost two years with two serious knee injuries.
His contract with the Giallorossi is due to expire in June 2018.
Strootman had already turned down a big offer from Manchester United when he first came to Roma via PSV Eindhoven in 2013.