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Real Sociedad have joined the race to sign Everton striker Sandro Ramirez.

The 23-year-old is understood to be a target for a number of clubs in Europe who are hoping to strike a deal with the Blues before Friday's transfer deadline.

Sandro, however, is not being lined up by Celta Vigo or French club Nantes at this stage.

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Clubs in Germany, Spain and France have until 11pm UK time to get deals over the line with the Blues also expected to field further interest in Ademola Lookman from RB Leipzig.

Everton boss Marco Silva refused to talk about Sandro's future last week but revealed he'd told last summer's signing from Malaga that he faced "tough" competition for his place in the squad.

Sandro was named in the matchday 18 for the opening game of the season against Wolves but has been left out since.

It appears likely that Sandro would leave on loan in this window.