Everton keeping tabs on Roman Eremenko

Everton are reportedly set to battle it out with Serie A side Fiorentina for the signing of Rubin Kazan midfielder Roman Eremenko, according to Izvestia.

The Russian newspaper Izvestia reports that the two clubs have been impressed by the performances of the talented star on the pitch and are prepared to make a move for the player during the winter transfer window.


Eremenko, who was born in Moscow represents Finland at the national level, and is considered one of the best talents in the Russian Premier League.


With Eremenko set to be out of contract in the summer of 2015 , the club would be willing to part ways with the player for an appreciable fee in the region of £5m in the New Year.