Everton had hoped to conclude a £25 million deal for Tosun but Besiktas are now asking for more money

Everton’s pursuit of Cenk Tosun has hit a hitch with the club now involved in a stand-off with Besiktas over the price of the striker.

The Goodison Park club had hoped to seal a £25 million deal, which is inclusive of add-ons, tomorrow, but the negotiations have now become complicated after the Turkish side raised the price.

According to sources in Turkey, Besiktas are seeking nearer £27 million after the fee they have been quoted for the player they want to replace Tosun increased.

Everton are reluctant to improve their package with Tosun having flown to London in the expectation he would complete a record transfer for a player moving from a Turkish club.

Steve Walsh, Everton’s director of football, flew to Istanbul at the