Spartak Moscow midfielder Sofiane Hanni has told Belgian publication Sport Foot that heard Everton, as well as Southampton, were interested in signing Quincy Promes in January.
What’s the word?
The Spartak winger was linked heavily to the Saints throughout the winter window, but a move was never agreed.
Mauricio Pellegrino’s side have lacked flair up front this season, and Promes would have certainly provided that.
While speaking to Sport Foot, Hanni, who joined the Russian club in January, revealed that a bid in the region of £26m was rejected.
He also suggested that Everton were in the market for Promes, who has scored 10 goals and created six assists in 17 league matches this season.
Will Everton, Southampton reignite their pursuit?
Promes is an attractive option for any time in need of an injection of pace and creativity.
This summer’s activity for Everton and Southampton will depend upon how their seasons finish.
However, the Toffees strengthened their attacking ranks in January with the arrivals of Cenk Tosun and Theo Walcott.
The Saints recruited Guido Carrillo, but there is still a sense that an attacking presence is missing.
Last month, talkSPORT reported that Promes has a £31m release clause, which means that the club could not stand in the winger’s way if the valuation is met.
If it ends up being about money, then Southampton could struggle to match the financial clout of Everton.
