Everton are eyeing a move to sign West Ham United sensation Crysencio Summerville this summer as they look for potential replacements for Jack Grealish, according to Sports Boom.
The Toffees have had a strong campaign in their first season at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, with a defeat against Arsenal on Saturday evening leaving them just five points adrift of fifth place, which could be enough for a Champions League spot next season.
But the club are keen to strengthen even further for next season as they look to make a sustained push for European football under David Moyes, and with question marks around the long-term future of Grealish, left-wing is seen as a priority position to bolster.
Everton Eyeing Summerville
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Summerville, who has been described as 'incredible' by Alan Shearer, has enjoyed a fantastic season on an individual basis since returning from injury for West Ham, registering seven goals and one assist in all competitions.
But with the Hammers facing the prospect of relegation as they sit in the relegation zone with just eight games remaining, a number of Premier League clubs are understood to be circling their better players in the event of a potential fire-sale.
Everton are among the clubs who are keeping a close eye on Summerville after his recent form, and it's understood that West Ham wouldn't stand in his way if they were relegated.
Even if Nuno Espirito Santo was able to keep the team in the top-flight, it's believed that Summerville would likely want assurances that there won't be a repeat of this season in the next year, and he could push for an exit if he doesn't receive that.
Everton Need Grealish Replacement
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Everton were quick to address their forward line last summer, bringing Grealish in on loan from Manchester City, and while he performed brilliantly this season, he suffered a season-ending foot injury in January.
His wages mean that a permanent move to the Hill Dickinson seems unlikely at this stage, but he is also entering the final year of his contract at the Etihad Stadium, which means another loan is likely to be out of the question.
With those hurdles in place, the club must do their due diligence and take a look at potential alternatives, and Summerville would fit the bill perfectly, and provide everything the club need in that position.
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