Everton are gearing up efforts to sign Gabriel Sara from Galatasaray.
The Brazilian has long been linked with a move to the Toffees among others.
Various Premier League sides have also shown an interest despite a deal never happening.
That has seen him remain with the Turkish giants for the current campaign, where his performances have continued to catch the eye.
Exit links are already building ahead of the January window as a move looks increasingly likely.
Everton are certainly in the race and could soon enter talks over a move for Sara.
Everton target Gabriel Sara top of transfer wishlists
The 27-year-old is now in his third campaign with Gala after a 2024 move from Norwich City.
Ilkay Gundogan described him as a "special player" in January, as per Trivela , and he has only continued to show his quality at Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex RAMS Park.
He already has six goals and assists to his name this season and may be set for pastures new.
Hill Dickinson Stadium could prove to be his next destination as interest continues on Merseyside.
Fussball News reported on Sunday that Everton are now preparing an official offer of between £25million and £30m.
Galatasaray are expected to enter talks over a potential transfer at the higher end of that range.
Various sides are said to have Sara at the top of their wishlist ahead of the January window, with Gala's patience set to be tested.
The question will then be whether a deal will be possible after several failed efforts to land the Brazilian's signature.
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The above report suggests that the Turkish giant understands that the Premier League's financial might will pose an issue.
That is only backed up by a separate report from Brazilian outlet RTI Esporte after they stated that Sara "will leave" Gala.
That is where Everton could come in to swoop in and win the race for his signature.
He could be prove to be an excellent option for the Toffees due to his goal threat in the middle of the park.
The ex-Norwich man has more combined goals and assists than any individual in the Premier League for Everton this season, and three more than the closest midfielder in Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.
That could be a boost given some complaints aimed towards Harrison Armstrong's lack of attacking threat.
It will all depend on the sort of funds the Blues can throw at Sara and whether he would represent the best use of them.


