Joao Moutinho has admitted the option of a summer move to Everton is still a possibility. "Moving abroad is an option and I feel ready to make the step up to such challenge," said Moutinho. "I'm aware that Everton are interested in me. They are a good club and Nuno Valente told me positive things about them."

The 22-year-old Sporting Lisbon player is said to be rated in the £15million-bracket by his employers.