Everton are showing an interest in striker Santiago Castro.
David Moyes saw first-hand at the weekend just how desperately he needs attacking reinforcements adding over the summer.
Defeat to West Ham United on Saturday has put a dent in Everton’s hopes of European qualification.
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Everton have been keen to add another striker for months, with the summer window set to see Moyes backed significantly by the Friedkins.
Everton rivaling West Ham for Santiago Castro
Everton are showing a keen interest in Castro, with the Argentine striker showing a lot of potential in Italy with Bologna.
However, competition for the 21-year-old is already growing.
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Team Talk believe Everton will need to battle against West Ham and Nottingham Forest if they are to secure the striker’s signature.
Having netted seven goals and provided three assists in Serie A, Castro is valued in the region of £35m having just signed a new contract earlier this year.
It is a deal that would pose another risk for the Blues following years of failed striker signings.
Everton should allow West Ham to win Castro race
This summer, Everton fans will be demanding their club land a striker that is ready to impact their squad.
Barry’s struggles highlight the risk Everton have taken over recent years in signing foreign strikers with no experience in the Premier League.
Although Everton still believe in Barry, the Toffees should not be looking at signing another striker with potential; they need proven quality.
The Hammers have not exactly been experts in signing strikers over the years either.
With the likes of Ivan Toney also on Everton’s radar, a move for a player with Castro’s uncertainties poses an unnecessary risk for the Blues.
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