Everton assess options as Branthwaite steps up return
Everton drew 0-0 with Bolton in pre-season, with one promising 8/10 display offering encouragement as players pushed for places under David Moyes.
Everton's 0-0 draw with Bolton gave David Moyes another look at midfield options, with a James Garner replacement emerging as a possible transfer solution.
Jarrad Branthwaite returned in Everton's 0-0 draw with Bolton after a 'different' recovery and is now targeting full sharpness before the new season.
Everton are training with Bristol Rovers prospect Ollie Dewsbury, 18, as the attacker nears a move that would see another young Gas talent leave for a Premier League academy.
Idrissa Gueye's exit and James Garner's injury leave Everton short in midfield, with hopes of adding a new central option before the season starts.
Everton are keen on Dusan Vlahovic but would struggle to match wages of €9m a year, with Juventus still in talks over a new deal for the striker.
Jack Grealish, after six assists in 22 games on loan at Everton, may see an Aston Villa return blocked by Alejandro Garnacho's arrival in his position.
Everton have registered interest in Bologna winger Jonathan Rowe, but the Serie A club are holding firm on a €45m fee amid rival interest from Chelsea and Aston Villa.
