Everton are looking to bring Barcelona midfielder Sergi Roberto to Goodison Park in the summer, according to The Mirror.
The 23-year-old has made just seven La Liga starts for Luis Enrique’s side this term and Toffees’ boss Roberto Martinez is thought to lead the way in the chase for his signature.
It is understood that Barca have given Roberto the green light to depart the Camp Nou at the end of this season as he seeks regular first-team football, although Enrique would be reluctant to see him leave given the club’s transfer ban until next January.
However, Roberto is unhappy with his place in the pecking order with the Blaugrana and is seeking a fresh start, despite having a contract that runs until June 2019.
Stoke City are also keen on the Spain Under-21 international and had an unsuccessful bid for him turned down in January, but Everton have emerged as firm favourites to land the player.
