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Everton were reportedly interested in signing Chelsea striker Liam Delap in the summer transfer window to make the move to Nottingham Forest.
Signing a striker could be one of Everton's priorities in the final week of the transfer window, particularly if Beto heads for the exit door.
Thierno Barry started as Everton's starting centre-forward against Crystal Palace on the opening day of the Premier League season, scoring a header to make it 2-0.
Delap was one of Everton's potential targets for the summer transfer window, as reported by GIVEMESPORT.
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It's understood that Nottingham Forest are now closing in on a deal to secure his signature, in a deal that could be worth £50 million.
There is no doubt a fee like that would have been huge for a club like Everton, and it would be interesting to see whether they explore alternative options.
Signing a striker might not be a huge priority, considering they have two centre-forwards, but a lot may hinge on whether Beto leaves the club.
According to reports, Everton have had fresh talks with the representatives of Midtjylland striker Franculino ahead of a potential move.
The 22-year-old has scored 58 goals in 115 games for the Danish club and has been regularly linked with a move to Everton.
Reports claim that Franculino, described as a 'gem' by BEIN Sports writer Antonio Medina, could be available for a fee in the region of £21 million, over half what Forest is set to pay for Delap.
Franculino would undoubtedly be a bit of a risk, considering his lack of experience in the top league, but as a backup to Barry, it could be a clever move.
The Midtjylland striker has regularly scored goals in Denmark, and Everton should be the ones to take a risk on bringing him to the Premier League.
Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring their fourth goal
Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring their fourth goal
Franculino an upgrade on Delap?
FC Midtjylland's Franculino Dju celebrates scoring vs Celtic
Based on Delap's goalscoring record last season for Chelsea, there's certainly no guarantee that he will come in and be a hit for the Toffees.
It's a similar story for Franculino due to his lack of experience in the top league, but it would be more of a calculated risk with more potential upside.
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With Franculino likely to cost more than half what Delap is moving for, it could be a smarter move for Everton.
The Toffees don't necessarily need a starting centre-forward if they stick with Barry. Franculino could be a young, high-potential back-up for David Moyes.