Everton have made a move for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Mario Gotze.

Gotze, 27, is off contract in June and on the outer of coach Lucien Favre's plans.

The midfielder is now shopping himself around and has had contact with several Serie A clubs.

Lazio and Inter Milan are keen, along with Spain's Sevilla.

And Augsburger Allgemeine says Everton are also in talks with Gotze about a move to England. The Toffees can secure the midfielder to a pre-contract from January 1.