Everton boss Ronald Koeman is planning a bid for Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata.

Mata was linked with Everton when Roberto Martinez was in charge and nothing has changed with Koeman now at the helm.

The Times says Everton are to bid for Mata in the coming days. However, United will be reluctant to sell.

Contrary to some reports, Jose Mourinho is reluctant to lose Mata, not the least because of his popularity inside the locker room.

Valencia and Juventus are also keeping tabs on Mata's situation.