Everton have opted against signing M'Baye Niang from AC Milan, it has been claimed, leaving the way open for Arsenal.
Niang, who spent the second half of last term on loan in the Premier League with Watford, has been increasingly tipped for a move to Goodison Park this week, with talk a deal is close to going through.
But according to French outlet Foot Mercato, Everton will not sign Niang after having concluded that his profile does not fit that they are looking for.
The Toffees believe that the 22-year-old is not consistent enough and does not score enough goals.