Everton are interested in signing ‘excellent’ midfielder who James Rodriguez knows very well

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Everton are looking to continue their impressive start in the summer transfer window after already bringing in two new faces.

Sean Dyche has welcomed midfielder Tim Iroegbunam and forward Iliman Ndiaye to Goodison Park this summer.

But that only seems to be the start with the Toffees looking to really bolster their squad for the upcoming campaign.

Everton are said to be closing in on a deal with Napoli for winger Jesper Lindstrom after already putting forward their proposal for the player.

However, the Blues are already turning their attention on to another potential signing this summer after making contact with another club.

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Everton making their move for Copa America star

One midfielder has been added this summer in Iroegbunam from Aston Villa, but further reinforcement is going to be eyed at Goodison.

A deal for Dele Alli to try and prove himself in pre-season has been agreed with Tottenham Hotspur.

But Everton have also waved goodbye to Andre Gomes this summer after his spell at the club came to an end following the conclusion of his contract.

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According to UOL, Everton have now enquired about the Palmeiras midfielder Richard Rios.

It is claimed the Toffees are not the only Premier League side to have shown their interest with Leicester City also in the hunt.

But the Brazilian side are not keen on a potential negotiation for their 24-year-old Colombian who they value in the region of £12.5m-£17m.

However, it may prove a difficult deal to pull off considering Palmeiras only own 70% of the player’s deal with three other parties – including the player – owning a small percentage.

James Rodriguez knows Richard Rios incredibly well

The 24-year-old midfielder has just spent the summer playing alongside James Rodriguez at Copa America for Colombia.

Rios is proving himself to be one of the rising stars in South American football and he has been hailed as ‘excellent‘.

The Colombian started all six of his nation’s games at this summer’s Copa America where he was even able to grab himself a goal.

And with a potential move to Merseyside on the cards, he may receive some words of encouragement from his compatriot Rodriguez.