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The Daily Star Sunday understands that Republic of Ireland midfielder McCarthy has been advised to remain patient and a transfer to Everton will happen.

But the Merseyside club will have to sell first and that is expected to happen with either Fellaini or Baines – or both – moving to Old Trafford.

It is a case of Everton boss Roberto Martinez wanting McCarthy, 22, who he had at Wigan – and United boss David Moyes seeking a reunion with his Everton old boys Baines and Fellaini.

The Toffees value Baines at £18m and Belgium ace Fellaini would cost more than £20m.

Moyes is confident that he is close to a transfer breakthrough.

McCarthy, meanwhile, is also a transfer target for Newcastle – but Everton are confident of winning that battle, once they raise the funds.