MEDIA WATCH

What The Papers Say - 27 July

The views on this page are taken from the local and national media and do not necessarily reflect the views of Everton.

Transfer rumours dominate today's media round-up.

Sky Sports and The Guardian journalist Fabrizio Romano report that Rúben Vinagre will soon become an Everton player.

Writing on his Twitter account, the renowned transfer reporter claims paperwork between the Club and Sporting Clube de Portugal is complete for the Portuguese defender to join Everton on loan with an option to buy.

In other news, Italian publication Calciomercato believes Everton have joined the race to sign Olympique Lyon's Lucas Paqueta.

The Brazilian midfielder scored 11 goals and got seven assists for the French side last season and is valued in the region of £50million, according to their source.

The Blues could face competition from Newcastle United and Arsenal, with both sides keen on signing the 24-year-old.

Finally, the Daily Mail reports that Everton have launched a new bid for Burnley winger Maxwel Cornet.

According to the tabloid's source, the Club have offered £5million for the Ivorian, with an additional £20million to be paid next summer.

Nottingham Forrest and Fulham are also reported to be interested in the 25-year-old.