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James McCarthy is seriously considering his future at Everton – and Tottenham and Manchester City could now battle to sign him.

McCarthy is in his second season at Goodison Park, after following Roberto Martinez to Merseyside from Wigan in a £13million move.

His first season went so well that his boss stated his transfer value had already doubled.

But the 24-year-old midfielder has been left angry with club officials over their lack of a new contract offer since then.

He had previously been promised improved terms if he did well after making the switch from Wigan.

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But, while other players have agreed new deals, McCarthy has been ignored.

A source said: “James is far from happy with how things have gone.

“His form has spoken for itself since he joined and other clubs in the league have made contact.”

Spurs considered a bid for McCarthy in January and will make a firm move if they fail to land Saints star Morgan Schneiderlin.

Man City are admirers too and are looking at options for home-grown players.