The Toffees have entered talks with a Manchester United target, igniting a transfer battle for the pacy Serie A star's signature.
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Manchester United's attacking output last season was one of the side's stronger areas, especially under Michael Carrick. However, it is clear that if the Red Devils are aiming to be competitive throughout the upcoming campaign, reinforcements at the top end of the pitch must be brought in.
Bryan Mbeumo and Amad both showed signs of class last season, but their performances remained inconsistent, leading to a lot of rotation and without much competition for spots.
Shea Lacey is definitely a player with bags of potential, but his young age and lack of experience mean he cannot be consistently relied upon. These are the side's main attacking threats out wide if Marcus Rashford ends up departing Old Trafford.
Another individual must be brought into the club to provide another attacking option for Carrick, as well as sufficient rotation to play in the team's increased number of fixtures after qualifying for the UCL.
According to TEAMtalk, Everton have made enquiries about 23-year-old winger Jonathan Rowe, after he impressed in last year's Serie A campaign for Bologna. Former United boss David Moyes is looking to strengthen his side ahead of the 26/27 season, with Rowe's pace and power on the ball.
The former Norwich City star found the back of the net seven times and provided four assists during his first season in Italy and has reportedly caught the attention of several Premier League clubs.
Chelsea, Aston Villa, Newcastle and Manchester United have all made enquiries regarding Rowe's situation over the past few months, and now the Toffees have entered the race. The England Under-21 international's work rate and versatility across the frontline are the key attributes that have caught the attention of the Premier League sides.
Rowe is entering the prime of his career at the age of 23, and it is unlikely that a single club will be able to sign the winger without competition. It is set up to be an interesting transfer battle throughout the summer window.
It is no surprise that Bologna are reluctant to sell one of their star performers, and a worthwhile transfer fee will have to be offered to prise the 23-year-old from the Italian side.
Rowe is not United's only attacking target, and with Rashford's future at Old Trafford uncertain, the Red Devils may be content with their current options if he decides to stay in Manchester.
With interest growing from numerous Premier League sides, Bologna are aware that keeping their man will grow harder as time progresses and the start of the new campaign draws closer.
It is certainly a signing that will excite fans due to Rowe's physical attributes alone, as he will bring a huge injection of pace to whatever side he signs for. For the Red Devils, the former Norwich winger would certainly challenge the current wingers at the club for their spot in the starting eleven, which would benefit the squad as a whole.