Everton are reportedly interested in signing Mario Mandzukic from Juventus, and it is easy to see why.
According to claims from The Telegraph, the Toffees are keeping a close eye on whether or not he will feature in the plans of Maurizio Sarri next season in Turin, with the view of potentially making a move for the player.
Mandzukic does not appear to fit the mould of a striker who thrives in the Italian’s system, and as such, he could head away from the Serie A champions in the summer.
So, just why are Everton named as potential suitors? It is clear that they need to sign a new forward ahead of next season, and targeting a proven player such as the Croatian could be a clever move.
Mandzukic is stylistically a good fit for the Toffees, and the Premier League, at that. He drifts into the channels, holds the ball up well, and provides a dangerous option in the area.
The former Bayern Munich star is selfless with his running – much like Dominic Calvert-Lewin – and suits the type of forward that Marco Silva typically favours in his 4-2-3-1 system.
Manduzkic is, of course, reaching the twilight of his playing career. He is now 33-years-old, and there is, perhaps, only one or two seasons left in the tank.
However, Everton are in need of a proven player who is ready and capable of slotting straight in and helping to spur them on in their pursuit of European football ahead of next season.
Mandzukic could be that man. It would be a risk worth taking for the Toffees this summer.
