Everton are reportedly tracking Bologna defender Takehiro Tomiyasu, who has recently attracted interest from AC Milan and Bayer Leverkusen.
Tomiyasu has had a meteoric rise in Serie A, having joined Bologna in 2019.
The Japanese defender started his career at Avispa Fukuoka before moving to Sint-Truiden for a nominal fee.
His performances then attracted attention from Bologna, who he signed for in an £8.1 million deal.
Since then, his market value has risen to £16.2m, according to Transfermarkt’s website.
The 22-year-old is now being touted as a potential target for Everton.