Everton manager Ronald Koeman wants Virgil van Dijk from Southampton.
The Liverpool Echo reports that the Dutchman is eager to reunite with his fellow compatriot at Goodison Park this summer.
Van Dijk played under Koeman at St Mary's last season and it is believed that the Toffees boss is intent on luring the 25-year-old centre-back to Merseyside as he looks to strengthen his defence.
However, Everton are unlikely to match Southampton's asking price of £55million.
Manchester City and Chelsea are also showing considerable interest in van Dijk.