Seasons2017-18Rumour Mill

Everton battle Southampton for Hoedt

The Liverpool Echo claim that the 23-year-old has been discussed by Steve Walsh and Ronald Koeman as an option as they search for a left-sided centre-half following Ramiro Funes Mori's recent injury set-back.

The Argentina international is recovering from a second knee operation and isn't likely to return to action until the New Year but the Echo's report also suggests that the Blues' management team favour a player capable of playing at left back as well given the lack of experienced cover for Leighton Baines.

Hoedt, who recently became a full Dutch international, was signed by Lazio on a free transfer two years ago after he left AZ Alkmaar in his native Netherlands. He has played 42 times in Serie A for the Italian club.

Meanwhile, another rumoured target from Italy, Jason Murillo, has reportedly turned down overtures from Everton, Arsenal, Tottenham and Stoke to join Valencia.

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