Everton want Kasper Schmeichel instead of Jordan Pickford with Leicester star replacing Sunderland man as top goalie target
Black Cats boss David Moyes is demanding £30million for youngster and Ronald Koeman will now target Foxes ace
EVERTON are reeling at the £30million price tag on keeper Jordan Pickford — and will now target Kasper Schmeichel.
Toffees manager Ronald Koeman would pay £10m for the Sunderland No 1 following his stunning breakthrough this season.
Pickford, 23, is also keen on the switch despite rival interest from Bundesliga big-hitters Red Bull Leipzig and a possible move by Arsenal.
But Everton are not willing to spend up to three times their valuation on the prospect, who heads off on international duty with England Under-21s next month, and there is no sign of a compromise.
Instead Koeman’s aides are pushing for an offer to be made to Leicester for Schmeichel, who could be tempted if the package is right.
The Foxes star, 30, recently changed agent and is whispered to be on the radar of Manchester United and Manchester City.
But it is Everton who could be the most serious bidders.
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Leicester would also want a huge fee for Schmeichel but he comes with proven experience and a Prem winner’s medal.
While Pickford’s price is based on one season of promise after keeping four clean sheets this season.