Everton are being linked with a move for Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot - which could see a member of Frank Lampard's squad go in the opposite direction.
Rabiot has been heavily tipped to exit the Serie A giants this summer. A host of clubs, including Liverpool, have already been credited with an interest in the France international's services.
According to Juve Dipendenza , Rabiot is keen to leave Juve and they are happy for him to depart should a suitable offer come in. This is where Everton are mentioned - and the idea of a swap deal could be involved.
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It has been claimed that a deal that would see Rabiot move to Goodison Park, and Andre Gomes to Juventus, could work both for parties. The report also adds the the swap suggestion came from the Blues.
Rabiot, thought to be valued at around £17m, is said to have submitted a transfer request at Juve. He is also apparently keen on moving to the Premier League for the first time in his career.
Gomes, meanwhile, has two years left to run on his contract at Everton. The Blues paid £22m to sign the Portugal international from Barcelona in the summer of 2019, following an impressive loan stint the previous campaign.
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