Everton are now “ready” to make an offer for a “complete” player this summer, according to a fresh claim from journalist Sebastien Vidal.

Everton pushing for signings from Spain and Portugal

The Blues know the importance of getting further transfer business over the line before their return to Premier League action, in order to be a top-half team again, rather than looking over their shoulder at the relegation zone.

Some exciting names are being linked with summer moves to Everton, including Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo, who has been likened to Lionel Messi, in terms of his style of play. A new right-sided player is needed, and he could be the ideal addition for David Moyes, with contact already made over a potential move to the club.

Added midfield depth is also important for the Blues, with a dominant force needed in front of the defence, and Benfica’s Florentino Luis has been mentioned as an option.

Everton are said to have enquired about the availability of the Portuguese ace, as have Burnley and Leeds United, but they will reportedly have to pay around £22m to prise him away from the Primeira Liga giants.

Everton "ready" bid for £38m starlet

Now, according to a new update from Vidal on X, Everton are preparing a £38m offer for Como winger Assane Diao, looking to beat Nottingham Forest to his signature this summer.

At just 19, Diao is far from the finished article as a footballer, but that doesn’t mean that Everton shouldn’t be going all in on him ahead of the new season.

The Como ace has already scored eight goals in just 15 appearances for his current club, with such ruthless end product rare for teenage wide players. He also has two caps to his name for Senegal, having switched his allegiances from Spain, and scout Jacek Kulig has described him as a “complete” player.

Diao is at his most comfortable on the left wing, so he could come in as a strong backup option to the influential Iliman Ndiaye, but his versatility means he can also shine on the right flank, which is a more pressing area to add quality for Everton, hence the interest in Kubo.

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Hopefully, the Blues are successful in their imminent bid for the Senegalese, with the Como starlet having the ability to grow into a formidable option for Moyes over time.