Everton plot bid for Andriy Yarmolenko

Everton are expected to step up their pursuit for a new playmaker by making a move for Dynamo Kiev star Andriy Yarmolenko.

The Ukrainian midfielder was on the radar of Stoke City earlier this summer, until they opted to sign Xherdan Shaqiri from Inter Milan.

According to the Liverpool Echo, Toffees boss Roberto Martinez is a huge admirer of the 25-year-old, who is thought to be keen on a Premier League move.

It is added that the Toffees have been alerted on the player's interest, and may well launch a formal bid to acquire his services.