Everton face competition for Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku.

The Sun says Lukaku, only 18, arrived at Stamford Bridge from Anderlecht in the summer in a deal that could ultimately end up costing the Londoners £18million.

But he has still to start a league game for his new club - and there is no immediate hint of that changing.

Chelsea chief Andre Villas-Boas could now let him move on a short-term deal to get first-team football.

And, with Stoke City also keen, Everton boss David Moyes hopes to make the first inquiries about a six-month Goodison stay.