Rumour Reel: Middlesbrough make Pereira move as Man Utd youngsters continue exits

The north Londoners have already added Victor Wanyama and Vincent Janssen to their squad in this transfer window, but are now keen on acquiring 27-year-old midfielder Silva, who is currently valued at around £13m by his Portuguese employers.

Aggressive central enforcer Silva was part of the victorious Portugal side that lifted Euro 2016 this summer, starring in the final against France, as well as netting eight times in 35 outings for Sporting last season.

The feisty Lions star also picked up 16 yellow cards and was sent off once in total for club and country last term, but it’s his forceful nature in the central areas that may sway Pochettino into seeking Silva’s signature.

Toffees target Abdennour capture

On the blue half of Merseyside, Ronald Koeman’s Everton are hoping to sign Valencia and Tunisia defender Aymen Abdennour, having already strengthened at the back with the recent capture of Wales international skipper Ashley Williams.

The Toffees are reportedly close to agreeing a deal for the centre back, which would see them end any interest in Lamine Kone, as Koeman looks to sure-up his rearguard following the big-money departure of John Stones to Manchester City.

Reports suggested Everton launched a £17m bid for Sunderland’s Kone recently, but have now switched their focus to Los Che defender Abdennour, with the 27-year-old having only signed for the Spanish club from Monaco last summer.

Abdennour has earned 44 caps for his country and possesses the strength and power capable of being a hit in the top flight, as Goodison Park gets ready for his potential arrival.

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