Everton and Aston Villa are reportedly in the running to sign Lille’s Rafael Leao – but should the Toffees meet the Ligue 1 side’s €30m valuation?
According to Spanish outlet Superdeporte, cited by Sports Witness, both Everton and Villa, along with La Liga outfit Valencia, are all keen on the 20-year-old this summer.
The report goes on to add that Lille will demand a fee in the region of €30m for the highly-rated youngster this summer.
Marco Silva looks set to add to his attacking ranks this summer, with the Toffees struggling for a natural goalscorer since the departure of Romelu Lukaku.
Leao enjoyed a fine first full campaign with Lille in Ligue 1, scoring eight times in 24 appearances in the French top flight.
The Portuguese youngster is regarded as a future star and would more than likely fit Silva’s system.
Leao has turned plenty of heads over the past 12 months and has caught the eye with his direct approach, agility and electric pace.
The forward can play as a striker or out on the wing, similar to current Everton star Richarlison.
The forward also has a real eye for goal, and at €30m, could prove to be an excellent signing by the Toffees.
