EVERTON are reportedly plotting a summer move for Roma star Lorenzo Pellegrini.
The central midfielder, 22, wants a new contract and the Serie A giants are apparently refusing to meet his wage demands.
Everton are eyeing a summer move for Roma midfielder Lorenzo PellegriniCredit: AP:Associated Press
Calciomercato reports Pellegrini wants to see his annual salary jump from £1.8million to £3.2m.
However, Roma are only willing to go as high as £2.7m, with a £900k increase each year until 2024.
Pellegrini is said to be frustrated, also because he is willing to ditch his £27m release clause.
And that could open the door for Everton to take advantage.
Carlo Ancelotti is desperate for midfield reinforcements this summer.
And box-to-box ace Zaniolo would be an ideal option to play alongside playmaker Andre Gomes in Ancelotti’s 4-4-2 system.
There is further good news for Everton as the report adds that Manchester United, Chelsea and Juventus have all dropped their interest in Zaniolo.
But Ancelotti will have to see off Antonio Conte at Inter Milan to bring Zaniolo to Goodison Park.
Meanwhile, Leighton Baines is set to snub interest from the MLS to stay at Everton for another season.
The left-back, 35, has been at the club since 2007.
But LA Galaxy were hoping to lure him to the States on a free transfer.
However, Ancelotti believes Baines is a great leader in the dressing who is happy playing second-fiddle to Lucas Digne.
And the tactician will offer a new one-year deal to extend Baines’ Merseyside stay until 2021.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
