Everton can now sign Imran Louza as new signing arriving at training ground
Everton could now complete a move to sign Imran Louza from Watford.
James Garner has been superb for Everton in recent weeks, but that hasn’t stopped David Moyes from searching for midfield reinforcements.
It looks as if Harrison Armstrong could return to Preston on loan before the end of the winter to continue his development in the Championship.
The teen will likely see his game time drop when Idrissa Gueye returns to Everton from AFCON, but fresh faces still wouldn’t go amiss.
That could soon see Louza complete a Toffees switch after training ground footage emerged with two weeks remaining in the window.
Everton have shown January interest in Imran Louza
Everton have most recently shown interest in Cardiff right-back Ronan Kpakio as the Toffees appear keen to add to their squad.
The 18-year-old may be one for the future, but the Merseyside outfit are in desperate need of winter signings who can make a difference now.
Louza is certainly someone who could do that after a stellar first half of the campaign with Watford in the Championship.
The Moroccan has been linked to Everton in January, with TEAMtalk reporting that Everton are interested in his signature.
The Blues could face stern competition for his signature, but can now step up their efforts to complete a deal for his services.
Louza alternative arrives at training ground as footage drops
It would be fair for the Hornets to do their utmost to keep hold of the central midfielder after his 12-goal involvements this season.
There could now be an ideal opportunity to test Watford’s resolve after Edoardo Bove arrived at their training ground ahead of a free transfer move.
The former Roma midfielder looks set to complete a move to Vicarage Road despite interest from the Premier League and Bundesliga this winter.
To sign that level of player may spell bad news for Louza, who may see his place as the main man under threat.
Everton could provide him with a landing destination in the top division and the opportunity to be a long-term alternative for Garner, if he is to leave.
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