Everton are two weeks into the January window and remain without a signing.
Concerns may well be growing for David Moyes as there are now a number of clubs who are making moves for some of his targets.
There are clear areas for improvement at Everton, but the Blues find themselves pondering in the market.
Everton are facing competition for Youssef En-Nesyri among a host of other targets.
The Moroccan striker is not the only player who Everton find themselves in direct competition with other clubs to sign this month.
As the clock ticks down on the January window, Fabrizio Romano has now shared an update involving a player who Everton only recently scouted.
Fabrizio Romano shares update on Everton target Michael Noonan
Everton News understands that Everton scouts recently watched Michael Noonan at the U17 World Cup that was held in Qatar.
The young Irishman is a player who is in high demand and has also caught the attention of Manchester United.
According to Fabrizio Romano, it is Bundesliga side Hoffenheim who have now entered talks with Shamrock Rovers to sign the young talent.
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Celtic are also believed to have submitted their own proposal for the 17-year-old.
With the youngster in such high demand, the Italian journalist claims that Hoffenheim are keen to get a deal over the line as quickly as possible.
Writing for Everton News, Alan Myers admitted he wanted three Everton signings to be made in the January window.
Time is running out for the Blues in what is looking set to be a huge missed opportunity to upgrade the squad.
Everton have weeks to determine their season
There is no doubt that in the coming weeks Everton are going to get a lot stronger, with players set to return from their respective absences.
Iliman Ndiaye and Idrissa Gana Gueye return from AFCON next week on the back of Sunday’s final against Morocco.
Who would be your dream Everton signing this month? 👀
However, the January window is a massive chance for Everton to really show their ambition of finishing in the European spots.
There is not a lot separating Everton and the European spots, which could be quickly closed through some smart January additions.
The Friedkin Group are spending money with AS Roma this month. So, there are absolutely no excuses on Merseyside.
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