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As Evertonians wait for confirmation of the Sandro Ramirez signing, the rumour mill simply refuses to.

It has to keep turning, regardless.

Mind you, it has at least thrown up a new name for us today.

Jota.

Not heard of him? He plays for Brentford in the Championship. He's 26, came through the ranks with Celta Vigo. He's an attacking midfielder with an eye for a goal. He got 12 of them last season.

And according to GetWestLondon, Everton are interested in signing him. Along with Burnley and West Ham, among others.

The story also suggests that Bees boss Dean Smith is keen to tie the Spaniard down to a new deal, which was discussed at a board meeting on Thursday.

Now why would a story linking a player with Premier League clubs emerge just as he's looking to negotiate a new contract?

Watch this space. If you want.