Everton target Djed Spence in action for England
Everton target Djed Spence in action for England
David Moyes is looking for a new right-back after being forced to play Jake O'Brien out of position last season.
Nathan Patterson and Seamus Coleman could not stay fit, so the Scotsman had to utilise the centre-back in an unfamiliar place.
Everton have previously been linked with Spence earlier this summer, and now they seem to have the England man back on their radar.
The Spurs defender has enjoyed a fine World Cup campaign with the Three Lions and proved Thomas Tuchel's decision to select him was the correct one.
The Blues may need to act now if they want to sign the 25-year-old to end their concerns at right-back.
What stats say about Djed Spence's World Cup form
Spence has featured in all five of his nations matches so far, starting twice in the games with Ghana and DR Congo, and coming off the bench in the others.
He has enjoyed a promising tournament, completing 87 per cent of his passes and 100 per cent of his dribbles, per Fotmob data.
While he has not created a single chance so far, there is ample evidence that he can from his league campaign, with 10 across the season.
He is averaging 9.05 defensive contributions in the competition, with 3.33 tackles and 3.81 clearances on a per 90 basis.
In terms of duels, Spence has won 68.8 per cent of his ground battles, with a success rate of 50 per cent in the air.
Those are very good numbers, and show why Tuchel selected him, despite the Lilywhites being in a relegation battle.
However, if he is not guaranteed a starting role, he may push for an exit, especially after his exploits on the international stage
The Blues may have to act fast, though, as surely more teams will enter the race for his signature based on what he has done at the tournament.
His form will not go unnoticed.