Everton have confirmed the imminent signing of Magaye Gueye.

The Liverpool Echo says Everton have declared they are close to landing French under-21 international Gueye from Strasbourg.

The left-footed 19-year-old can play up front or in midfield and scored nine goals in just 17 league starts in Ligue 2 last season.

His goals did not prevent the French club from being relegated to the third tier of French football, allowing Everton to come in with a bid in excess of £1m for the teenager.

The deal has not been finalised yet, but the Blues hope to complete the transfer before they leave for their tour of Australia later this week.