Everton they are now seriously interested in signing the “amazing” new right-back, who will be available on a free transfer this summer, the report says.
Moyes is looking to strengthen his squad this month
David Moyes took over as manager of Everton with the club in a precarious position in the Premier League table, but the timing of his appointment means he will be able to put his stamp on the squad by bringing in new players this month.
Moyes’ first signing could soon be on the way as the Toffees close in on a deal for the Lyon winger Ernest Nuamahand the 21-year-old is now just one step away from completing a move to Goodison Park.
Bringing in new attacking options could be a priority for the new boss, having already spoken to Dominic Calvert-Lewin about the striker’s lack of goals this season, saying: “We will give him as much confidence as we can and as much practice as we can, but there is also a part where you need the players to stand up and contribute.
“I’m all for it and hopefully I can make them work, but I told him I need goals from him now and he needs to start delivering.”
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Addressing the lack of goals may be a more pressing issue for Moyes than strengthening the defence, but Everton are also keen to bring in a right-back and reports from Holland suggest they are now targeting Ajax’s Devyne Rensch.
The Toffees are said to be seriously interested in Rensch, who has now made it clear that he does not want to sign a new contract with the Eredivisie side. The Merseyside club hope to land the job on a free transfer in the summer, but there will be competition from elsewhere, with AS Roma set to receive a €5m (£4.2m) offer this month.
Ajax are demanding almost twice that amount, meaning they would be willing to let their captain leave for around £8m this winter.
Rensch could be a quality reinforcement for Everton
The 21-year-old was praised as “amazing” soccer talent hunter Jacek Kulig in the past, and he has been a key player for Ajax this season, making 13 performs in the Eredivisie.
With an average WhoScored match rating of 7.08 in the league, the starlet is ranked as the top performer in his squad, indicating he could be ready for the next step in his career with a move to the Premier League.
Seamus Coleman has been a fantastic servant to Everton, but the Irishman is now 36, meaning Moyes will need to bring in a long-term replacement. Rensch’s performances in the Eredivisie suggest he could fit the bill perfectly, with the added bonus that he is likely to be available for free in the summer.
