Everything Everton like about Pape Gueye as Toffees' directors assess transfer conditions

Everton are paying close attention to Pape Gueye's situation at Villarreal.

Despite the signing of Hayden Hackney, it's evident that David Moyes wants another midfielder.

The Toffees have been linked with multiple midfielders, but Gueye seems to be firmly in their thoughts.

James Garner and Hackney are expected to be the starting duo in the middle of the park next season, though uncertainty around others in the area is clear.

Idrissa Gana Gueye could leave, as uncertainty clouds the future of Carlos Alcaraz.

Everton want to make sure they aren't left short ahead of the season, as they ramp up their interest in Gueye.

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According to Africa Foot, Everton are indeed one of the multiple clubs monitoring Gueye this summer.

The 27-year-old had an impressive season for Villarreal, grabbing five goals and two assists in La Liga, and once again showed his quality at the World Cup for Senegal.

The midfielder went berserk in one game in particular, scoring twice and grabbing an assist in a Player of the Match display for his nation's 5-0 win over Iraq in the group stage.

Team-mate of Everton's Gueye and Iliman Ndiaye, Gueye and Senegal were sent home after they were beaten 3-2 by Belgium in the Round of 32.

It's said that Everton admire his athleticism and versatility, as well as his impact in midfield, skills that all translate well to the Premier League.

The Toffees' directors have reportedly increased their enquiries to Villarreal regarding Gueye's availability, in order to assess the conditions of a potential move.

Though there's not a set pricetag on his head, the Blues may know how much he currently earns.

Gueye's salary revealed amid Everton interest

There's every chance that Moyes could be thinking about deploying a flat-three midfield at some point next season.

Apart from Garner's quality, it was an area that lacked depth as it didn't have a variety of skills either.

Gueye is reportedly earning £1.6million per year with Villarreal, a wage that would most likely increase if he were to join a Premier League side.

This equates to £31,000 per week when rounded up, but wages should not be an issue for the Friedkin Group.