Barcelona defender Thomas Vermaelen is being lined up for a return to England.

While Barca coach Ernesto Valverde is open to keeping hold of the Belgian this season, the offers on the table are tempting the former Arsenal captain.

Fully fit after a difficult year away on-loan with Roma, Vermaelen feels ready to relaunch his career this season.

Everton boss Ronald Koeman has registered his interest - as has Belgian giants Anderlecht.

And in the last week, both Crystal Palace and West Brom have made contact with Vermaelen's camp about the prospect of a Premier League return this month.