Empoli fullback Fabiano Parisi is interesting Everton.

La Stampa says the Blues are one of several clubs who are showing an interest in the 22-year-old but they face serious competition from Torino and Wolfsburg for his signature.

Everton are looking to strengthen their squad in January as Frank Lampard looks to move his inconsistent side further up the table and away from a repeat of last season's nervy relegation battle.

Lazio are also believed to be interested, but it is Torino who are seen as the front-runners thanks to their 'very good relations' with Empoli that saw midfielder Samuele Ricci move to Torino in a €2million loan deal. This was eventually turned into an €8million permanent switch.