Everton are reportedly closing in on signing Zlatan Ibrahimovic as the powerhouse is in ‘advanced talks’ with a Premier League side. The Swedish striker left LA Galaxy at the end of the MLS season and has attracted attention from a host of top European sides.

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Despite being 38 years old, Ibrahimovic was closing in on return to AC Milan but he has turned down their £1.7million, 18-month offer.

The ex-Real Madrid and Manchester United forward is claimed to be holding out for double what the Italian giants put on the table.

According to Tuttosport, Ibrahimovic is closing in on a return to the Premier League, almost two years after leaving Old Trafford.

And Everton could be about to pull off a major coup to capture the 11-time Ballon d’Or nominee.

The Merseysiders are going through a period of transition after sacking Marco Silva a fortnight ago.

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