Everton boss Roberto Martinez is having three of Lyon's young stars scouted.
The Daily Star Sunday says Blues have been watching Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette and attacking midfielder Nabil Fekir, but now Samuel Umtiti has also caught the eye of scouts.
Manchester City have also made enquiries for the France U21 international while Arsenal have also been credited with interest.
Umtiti is only 6ft tall but is strong and quick and can play at left-back also.