Marouane Fellaini (Everton)
Manchester United’s new boss is expected to step up his chase for Fellaini after the collapse of the transfer for Cesc Fabregas with less than four weeks to go of the summer transfer window.
A raid on his former club seems a preference for Moyes as he looks for a swift reunion with the Belgian international midfielder who has been so impressive player for the Toffees following his arrival from Standard Liege in 2008.
He reportedly has a £23.5million release in his contract that will see him leave Goodison Park if he joins a club in the Champions League and this is set to expire at the end of August.
Given the fact Moyes included this clause in the 25-year-old’s contract when he extended his deal last summer means that the Scot is in prime position to land the ex-Standard Liege man who would reportedly be interested in a transfer to the Premier League champions.
Man United may yet face competition from Chelsea and Arsenal who have both been rumoured with interest in the afro-haired midfielder during recent weeks but Moyes’ strong relationship could persuade him to make the switch to Old Trafford instead.
The Red Devils are looking for a midfield anchor this summer and recent reports suggest that the one-time Preston boss has outlined Felliani, who he knows so well, as his main summer target.
The corporeal midfielder netted 10 times for the Toffees last term and would certainly add dynamism to United’s central position as the club seek to replace Paul Scholes.