The Premier League club, operating on a limited budget, is working hard to finalize some deals before Friday's deadline.
Lyon winger Ernest Nuamah is the subject of a transfer inquiry from Everton.AdvertisementAdvertisementPer L’Equipe, the Blues and rivals Nottingham Forest are showing interest in Nuamah.
The 20-year-old winger is valued by the French giants at around £25M
Such a price tag would likely put him out of reach for the Toffees, unless they can do a loan with an obligation to buy.
Forest are more likely to have the funds available to secure his permanent signing this week.