Everton boss Rafa Benitez is driving their move for Sheffield United attacker Daniel Jebbison.
The Liverpool Echo says Benitez has been studying tapes of Jebbison and believes he can improve the Canada-born striker.
Sheffield United had been preparing to send the young forward out on loan this summer but Everton 's interest is in signing the player permanently.
The England under-18 international is contracted at Bramall Lane until the end of the 2023 season but Everton are hoping to agree a deal with the Championship side.
Reports tonight have said the Blues value Jebbison at £5m.
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