Wednesday 1 June 2016 12:39, UK
Everton look set to be frustrated in their attempts to bring Sevilla sporting director Monchi to Goodison Park.
The Toffees have been attempting to bring in Monchi - real name Ramon Rodriguez Verdejo - in a similar role to the one he has been performing at the Spanish club.
However, it appears he is staying with Sevilla - according to Sky sources - and, that even if he left, a release clause of around £3.8m would have to be met.
It is thought the recruitment of Monchi would be key in persuading Sevilla coach Unai Emery to take over from Roberto Martinez as Everton manager.
Monchi, who has also been linked with Manchester United, has earned a reputation as one of the most successful sporting directors in the world over the past decade and has helped Sevilla make a profit of over £150m during his time in charge, while still delivering silverware.
He spotted Dani Alves early in his career and signed him for 500,000 euros (£386,000). Five years later, Alves was sold to Barcelona for 35m euros (£27m).
Sevilla also made a huge profit when selling Ivan Rakitic to the Catalan club, having paid Schalke just 2.5m euros (£1.9m) for him in 2011.
It has been reported that new Everton part-owner Farhad Moshiri has already held talks with Emery, who last month led the club to a third successive Europa League title.
Sky Sports News HQ has been told Emery and Monchi would both welcome the chance to work together in England in the future, should the right opportunity arise.
However, Sevilla expect Monchi to honour his contract at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium - his current deal runs until 2020 - so it may be some time before they are working in the Premier League.
