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Everton interested in Las Palmas defender Mauricio Lemos but could baulk at his £26million release clause

Everton are maintaining interest in Las Palmas defender Mauricio Lemos and he remains an option for the Toffees.

Manager Ronald Koeman is hoping for a breakthrough in talks over £25million-rated Burnley and England centre-back Michael Keane this week.

Roma have also enquired about Uruguay U23 international Lemos who was considered by Barcelona last year. He can play at centre-back or defensive midfield and scored five goals last season as he was monitored by Everton scouts.

Everton are maintaining interest in Las Palmas and Uruguay U23 defender Mauricio Lemos
Everton are maintaining interest in Las Palmas and Uruguay U23 defender Mauricio Lemos
Roma have also enquired about  Lemos who was considered by Barcelona last year
Roma have also enquired about Lemos who was considered by Barcelona last year

Las Palmas, who only signed him permanently from Rubin Kazan a year ago, are indicating they want his £26m release clause which will prove an obstacle to any negotiations.