Although the Merseysiders are still hoping to land their favourite son, problems continue to beset the Scot`s proposed move from Newcastle.
"I don`t think there will be any agreement," commented Ferguson`s agent Dennis Roach.
"We can`t settle with Newcastle. It`s disappointing for Everton but it is Newcastle`s decision.
"It`s up to them, and is in their hands."
However, Everton are hopeful that the former Rangers striker can settle a pay-off that he is due at St James` Park, because he has not asked for a transfer.
The negotiations are expected to continue and, if The Magpies relent, Ferguson will once again link up with Walter Smith at Goodison.
Diawara, meanwhile, is reportedly being considered as a possible alternative, despite previously enduring an unhappy spell in England with Arsenal.
The PSG attacker is not guaranteed a regular starting slot under Philippe Bergeroo this season, and planetfootball.com detailed the prospect of a move to The Premiership on Sunday.
