Where Everton stand as Barcelona adamant about Hector Fort transfer demands

Everton may have little room to negotiate for Barcelona right-back Hector Fort.

The Toffees have been linked with a move for the 20-year-old, but aren't the only team in the race.

Last season, the defender joined Elche on loan and gained valuable experience in the Spanish top flight.

Barcelona are now looking to cash in on Fort, but a move to Hill Dickinson Stadium could cost more than £8.5million.

David Moyes has been in desperate need of a new right-back since last summer, but the Blues have been unable to address the issue since.

The Merseyside outfit have been pursuing several options this transfer window, but it remains to be seen whether the Barcelona defender is the one they eventually land on.

Everton position assessed as Hector Fort likely destination emerges

Real Sociedad are interested in Fort, but they can't meet Barcelona's valuation.

According to Mundo Deportivo on 19 August, the Blaugrana won't accept anything less than £8.5m they're set to receive for Tommy Marques, who is set to join Braga.

The Catalan club's objective is to get even more for the right-back the Toffees have on their radar.

As a result, the Blues will surely feel they have the upper hand in the race for the young defender's signature.

However, Borussia Dortmund are said to be in an advantageous position to get a deal over the line for Fort after finalising an agreement with Barcelona for Karim Adeyemi earlier in the window.

What Hector Fort transfer could mean under David Moyes

Moyes has been relying on Jake O'Brien at right-back since returning to Everton, but fans want to see that change.

Seamus Coleman has now left the Toffees, while Nathan Patterson isn't someone the Scottish manager seems to have faith in.

Fort would certainly be a decent addition to the Blues' squad, but there's no guarantee he will get an opportunity under Moyes.

The 63-year-old head coach has shown reluctance to play Adam Aznou despite Vitalii Mykolenko failing to live up to expectations.

While the Moroccan youngster has put in some eye-catching displays, they haven't been enough to convince Moyes.

Instead of getting another young full-back, it would be sensible for the Merseyside outfit to sign someone experienced and capable of going straight into the starting lineup.