Everton are interested in former Liverpool midfielder Rafael Camacho, although they will face competition from Tottenham for his signature, according to Football Insider.
The 19-year old winger left the Reds for Sporting Lisbon in a bid to get more first-team football at the end of last season, and since then, Star Sport report that Camacho has impressed in his native Portugal.
Camacho has played 20 times in all competitions for the Lions this season (Transfermarkt), and as Football Insider reports, his form has led several clubs to scout his progress.
FI claim that not only have Everton, Manchester United and Tottenham watched Camacho this season, but Arsenal and Chelsea are also said to be interested in his development.
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One of the biggest strengths to Camacho’s game is his versatility, with the winger having played in a variety of positions for Sporting this season. As someone who frequently plays on the right however, he could fill a role that is in need of strengthening at Goodison Park.
However, Camacho is very inexperienced, which could also see Everton elect to pursue more experienced targets. Camacho has played 20 times for Sporting this season, but he could only manage two senior appearances for Liverpool last season (Transfermarkt).
Should Marcel Brands want to continue strengthening for the future, then Camacho could be a wise investment for the future, with former Liverpool teammate Alisson describing the Portuguese youth international as having “incredible potential“.
However, if Everton’s true ambition is to break back into Europe, my predilection would be for Brands and Carlo Ancelotti to consider a more experienced candidate for the position.
