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Everton open talks over permanent deal for Tottenham star Dele Alli ahead of tonight's deadline

Everton have struck an agreement in principle with Tottenham over a permanent deal for midfielder Dele Alli.

The club already have two domestic loans and are now hopeful of signing England international Alli, reflecting his role on the periphery at Tottenham over recent seasons.

Alli will join initially on a free transfer but Everton will have to pay £10million once he gets through a 20-game threshold. He is undergoing his medical this evening.

Everton have struck a deal in principle with Tottenham over a permanent deal for Dele Alli
The 25-year-old has failed to reignite his stalling career in north London under Antonio Conte

The 25-year-old has failed to reignite his stalling career in north London under Antonio Conte, scoring just one goal in 10 Premier League games this season.