...good racing today at Cheltenham and Doncaster but before I pick my losers, here’s what’s in the gossip columns this Saturday morning. I reckon there’s only 5 days left of this January transfer window;
- The Express and SportsItalia say Everton and Arsenal are locked in a battle to sign Marcelo Brozovic. Inter Milan are open to selling the 25 year old Croatian midfielder.
- The Liverpool Echo reports Everton are willing to allow Sandro Ramirez to leave Goodison on loan in this window but have not given up on the player.
- According to Le Derniere Heure, Everton are confident of beating West Ham to the signature of Anderlecht midfielder, Leander Dendoncker. Everton could allow the £20m rated 22 year old Belgian to remain on loan at Anderlecht for the remainder of this season.
- Bild say Everton have lined up a raid for Hoffenheim’s 26 year old defensive powerhouse, Kevin Vogt. It is understood the German centre back is seen as a replacement for Ashley Williams.
- The Derby Telegraph claims Derby County could acquire the services of Everton youngster, Ademola Lookman, on loan until the end of this season.