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Davy Klaassen and Sandro Ramirez targeted by Everton

Ajax Amsterdam's midfielder Davy Klaassen (R) celebrates with teammate Ajax Amsterdam's Dutch striker Justin Kluivert after scoring during the UEFA Europa
Image: Davy Klaassen could be a replacement for Ross Barkley

Everton are closing on two of their summer transfer targets - Davy Klaassen and Sandro Ramirez - Sky sources understand.

Ronald Koeman has been reportedly linked with a host of players, but Ajax captain Klaassen and Malaga striker Ramirez could be the first arrivals at Goodison Park.

Everton have also agreed a £30m fee with Sunderland for goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.

Sky Sports News HQ understands Everton are in advanced talks with Ajax for 24-year-old Klaassen, who has spent his entire professional career with the Dutch side, but a fee is yet to be agreed.

Klaassen has been a regular scorer for Ajax, hitting the target 27 times in the last two seasons, and his arrival could make Ross Barkley's departure more of a likelihood.

Koeman has previously stated he was looking for a replacement for the England midfielder, who has one year left on his contract and has so far failed to agree a new deal.

Sandro Ramirez has scored 14 goals this season
Image: Sandro Ramirez is available for £5m

Ramirez is one of Spain's most promising young players, having scored 14 goals in La Liga last season for Malaga - he had joined the club last summer from Barcelona.

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His signing could come at a relative bargain at £5m because of a release clause in his contract with the Spanish side.

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