Everton are confident of completing a deal for Villarreal striker Thierno Barry (22), according to Foot Mercato. The French forward has attracted Premier League interest following a breakthrough

Everton have started negotiations with LaLiga side Villarreal with the goal of signing striker Thierno Barry, a source told ESPN on Wednesday.

David Moyes has made no secret of his desire to improve the team's attacking options. Everton held talks with Liam Delap over a transfer, although he eventually decided to join Chelsea. The Blues could also be about to lose Dominic Calvert-Lewin on a free transfer, with the striker out of contract at the end of this month.