Everton are interested in signing Stade Rennais right-back Lorenz Assignon on loan ahead of the transfer The window closes, according to Fabrice Hawkins.
The 24-year-old had a brief stint in the Premier League Last season, he joined Burnley in January. He made 15 appearances for the Clarets, but it was not enough as Vincent Kompany's Burnley were eventually relegated to the Championship.
Assignon is now back at Rennes, where he has made two appearances for Julien Stéphan's side against Olympique Lyon and Strasbourg so far this campaign.
However, he could return to England as Hawkins He claims that Everton have opened negotiations with Rennes to bring the Frenchman to Goodison Park on loan with an option to buy.
However, the French transfer expert also adds that the Merseyside club have rivals French side Marseille, who have also shown interest in a loan move for the defensive ace.
Assignon is valued at €10m (£8m) by Transfer market And reaching an agreement with Rennes should not be a problem, as they recently signed Hans Hateboer to fill the position.
Why depth is important for Everton
It is no news that Everton have had financial problems during the last season and this has been reflected in some way in their performances, where they have been fighting against relegation.
This season looks no different as they currently sit bottom of the table after two successive Premier League defeats.
In the long term, they still lack quality in several positions, including right-back. Both Seamus Coleman and Ashley Young are approaching their 30s, while Nathan Patterson has been battling injuries.
It makes perfect sense for the Toffees to make a move for Assignon, who already has Premier League experience from his time at Burnley.
The Frenchman possesses immense mobility that allows him to make quick attacking runs while also being solid defensively, so he would be a good addition to Dyche's team.
Everton's recent 3-0 win over Doncaster Rovers in the Carabao Cup should give Sean Dyche's side a big boost ahead of their Premier League clash against Bournemouth on Saturday.
