Everton target Dante

Everton are reportedly planning a summer swoop for Bayern Munich defender Dante.

The Brazilian international is deemed surplus to requirements at the Bavarian outfit, and has been tipped to seek a fresh challenge this summer.

According to German sports daily Bild, Toffees manager Roberto Martinez is seeking for recruitments in the backline, and has targeted Dante, who is valued at around £6.4m.

German sides Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Monchengladbach have also been linked with the 31-year-old's services.

Dante has made 117 appearances for his club till date.