Atalanta are hopeful of signing El Bilal Toure ahead of Everton. The Almeria striker is lined up to replace Manchester United target Rasmus Hojlund.
United have been keeping tabs on Hojlund in recent weeks as Erik ten Hag focuses on adding a new striker to his squad ahead of the new season.
The main sticking point with the deal has been the fee involved, with Atalanta seeking £86m to allow Hojlund to leave, while United are determined not to spend more than £60m on him.
However, Atalanta are already preparing for life without Hojlund after stepping up their interest in Bilal Toure.