Everton are chasing Werder Bremen defender Thomas Delaney.

The People says Everton have lodged a £5.3million bid with Werder Bremen for Delaney – a player who has never played for the German club.

Ronald Koeman wants the 25-year-old to shore up an engine-room that is shy of power and the midfielder's hard-running style will add strength to the spine of the Toffees' side.

An offer has been made to the Bundesliga side who are set to turn a potential £4m profit on the Denmark international in just six months, without him ever pulling on their shirt.