Everton have looked to out-of-favour West Ham winger Maxwel Cornet to replace Alex Iwobi, who is nearing a £20million move to Fulham.
The Cottagers are advancing in a deal for The 27-year-old who is currently sidelined with a hamstring injury sustained during the Toffees 1-0 defeat to Wolves.
The former Arsenal winger started all 38 games for Everton last season as his transition to a central role helped the club stave off relegation and would be a huge loss for Sean Dyche's side.
As a result, Everton are considering a move for the 26-year-old Cornet, who joined the Hammers from Burnley, where he played under Dyche, last summer but has failed to nail down a starting spot.