Throughout Everton’s pre-season trip to the United States, the talks away from the action has been about transfers.
So far this summer, Everton have only been able to bring two new faces on board in a period where considerable additions are required.
David Moyes has demanded nine new signings from the Friedkins, and he has now shied away from sharing his demands publicly.
Everton are closing in on Adam Aznou, who looks set to join the Toffees from Bayern Munich over the coming days.
However, there could still be departures on Merseyside. There are now two Everton players who are attracting serious interest from abroad ahead of the final weeks of the window.

Nathan Patterson receiving interest over Everton exit
Ahead of the new season, Moyes has demanded new full-backs to boost the strength in depth on Merseyside.
This can be seen as Nathan Patterson has taken on the role as the starting right-back throughout pre-season.
According to the Liverpool Echo, the Everton right-back is now receiving interest from abroad.
Clubs from France, Italy and Germany have all shown an interest in the Scotland international who has failed to nail down a spot on Merseyside.
Whether a move could potentially be on loan or even a permanent basis is not specified.
Patterson has been trusted by Moyes this summer through consistent minutes at the right-back spot in the pre-season friendlies.
It has been a mixed summer for the full-back, with the latest friendly against Bournemouth seeing the 23-year-old make a major mistake for one of the goals.
If a new right-back does come through the doors, it will be interesting to see what the future holds for Patterson.
Harrison Armstrong remains of interest to clubs across Europe
Another player who faces a huge summer at Everton is Harrison Armstrong.
With the youngster’s immediate future in the balance, Armstrong has interest from the Championship over a potential loan deal for the season.
However, the report from Joe Thomas also claims Bundesliga clubs have become aware of his potential.
Moyes is handing Armstrong opportunities in pre-season, but Everton are still keen to make midfield additions.
Despite impressing in the early stages, the young midfielder could still find himself departing if minutes are not going to be guaranteed by the 62-year-old.
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