Everton are sweating on Reading's promotion play-off hopes.

The Daily Star Sunday says Everton are chasing Reading striker Shane Long and goalkeeper Alex McCarthy.

Both players have been outstanding in recent months for the Royals.

Any move from Everton will depend on Reading failing to win promotion to the Premier League.

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