Everton are in advanced talks to sign Sunderland defender Lamine Kone, sources close to the Merseyside club have told ESPN FC.
Everton have wasted little time in trying to strengthen their defensive options after selling John Stones to Manchester City by making a move for Kone and Swansea defender Ashley Williams.
Everton have agreed a £12 million fee with Swansea for Williams with the Wales captain travelling to Merseyside for talks and a medical.
Sources have also told ESPN FC that Everton are offering Sunderland £17m for Senegal international Kone.
