Everton edging closer to Ronald Koeman after striking Southampton deal

Ronald Koeman is edging closer to becoming Everton manager, with contract discussions continuing after a deal was struck with Southampton.

The 53-year-old started negotiations about extending his stay at St Mary’s, having led Saints to their best Premier League finish in back-to-back seasons,.

However, Koeman is increasingly unlikely to see out the final season of his three-year deal as the former Barcelona defender edges closer to a move to Goodison Park. A compensation fee of around £5m (€6.4m) has been agreed, giving the Dutchman the green light to start talks about a move.