Reliable reports are saying that Wesley Gassova Ribeiro Teixeira is in talks with Everton after AL Nassr reached an initial agreement for the midfielder. The proposed move has moved a step closer, with personal terms currently being negotiated between club and player. Final confirmation is still pending but momentum is clearly building and there is optimism that a deal will be struck in the coming days. While Sl Benfica and Bologna have shown interest, Everton currently lead the race - though the situation could evolve if a deal drags on. With 1.09 goals scored per game this season, Everton could use more imagination between the lines. Wesley Gassova Ribeiro Teixeira would be expected to connect play and boost chance creation in advanced areas. AL Nassr have also been linked with Bruno Fernandes while Everton are reportedly monitoring Wilson Isidor, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Callum Wilson. More on this story as it develops. Need more Everton transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Everton.