Everton are seriously interested in signing Brazilian striker with ‘remarkable potential’

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Everton are already plotting their January transfer business ahead of the fast-approaching window.

The Toffees look set to be involved in another relegation battle after their underwhelming start to the season.

Position	Team	Played MP	Won W	Drawn D	Lost L	For GF	Against GA	Diff GD	Points Pts
14	West HamWest Ham	11	3	3	5	13	19	-6	12
15	LeicesterLeicester	11	2	4	5	14	21	-7	10
16	EvertonEverton	11	2	4	5	10	17	-7	10
17	IpswichIpswich	11	1	5	5	12	22	-10	8
18	Crystal PalaceCrystal Palace	11	1	4	6	8	15	-7	7

Everton have won just two of their opening 11 games in the Premier League and were bereft of any attacking quality on the weekend in their goalless draw with West Ham United.

Fans urged Everton to sack Sean Dyche after the game with the two-week international break seen as the perfect time to make a change.

Though, whilst the takeover is still yet to be finalised, it seems Dyche will remain in post and the club are now looking to add a striker to his squad this winter.

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Everton seriously interested in Kaus Elias

Dominic Calvert-Lewin looks completely bereft of confidence and has been underperforming for much of the season.

Beto hasn’t exactly set the world alight either, so it’s become evident that Everton need to invest in a new centre-forward this winter.

And, according to Homme Du Match, Everton are showing a serious interest in Fluminense forward Kaus Elias.

Elias, who celebrated his 18th birthday in March, has netted seven times whilst laying on two assists in 38 appearances so far this season.

The 2006-born gem has been capped at youth level by Brazil and is seen as a player with ‘remarkable potential’.

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Everton face competition from Lille and Benfica

Everton face stiff competition for Elias’s signature as Lille and Benfica are also keen on the young Brazillian.

Fluminense value the 18-year-old at around £5m, which is certainly an affordable fee for The Toffees this January.

Everton’s biggest obstacle is likely convincing Elias to make the move to Goodison Park, as relegation is a genuine worry right now.

With Champions League suitors sniffing around, it could be a hard deal to complete for club chiefs.

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