Lobotka is a good passer and he will be an upgrade on Gueye in that department. He will add calmness and composure to the Everton midfield.

The Spanish outfit are under no pressure to sell a key player and Everton might have to pay over the odds to secure his services.

The Toffees are thought to be looking at Jean-Philippe Gbamin as well as a replacement for Gueye.