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Fulham reject Everton's approach for Wilson

Harry Wilson in action for FulhamGetty Images

Sami Mokbel

Senior football correspondent

Fulham have rejected an offer from Everton for midfielder Harry Wilson.

It is understood the Toffees made an approach for the 28-year-old last week, but it was turned down by the Cottagers.

The Wales international is out of contract this summer and could leave for free, but Fulham are adamant on not selling him this month.

Head coach Marco Silva has also said there is "zero chance" of Wilson being sold in the January transfer window.

Instead the club has made securing his future a priority, having signed him on an initial loan deal from Liverpool in July 2021.

Since then, Wilson has made 173 appearances for Fulham, scoring 34 goals and registering 43 assists.

However, as BBC Sport revealed in January, talks over a contract extension are currently on hold because of transfer interest.

It is also understood that Wilson would prefer to have clarity on the future of Silva, who is also out of contract this summer, before making a final decision on any new contract.