Everton midfielder James McCarthy is poised for an exit from Goodison Park.
The Republic of Ireland international has found himself starting the season at right wing-back as Ronald Koeman opts for Gareth Barry and Idrissa Gana Gueye as his midfield partnership.
McCarthy was then taken off for tactical reasons against West Browmich Albion after just 38 minutes at the weekend.
Everton have spoken to Axel Witsel and Newcastle's Moussa Sissoko as they look to add more midfielders with the signs ominous for McCarthy.