Russians to rival Everton for Rubin Kazan midfield ace?

A trio of Russian clubs are battling it out to land Everton target Roman Eremenko.

The Rubin Kazan ace, who has been on Everton's radar since the winter, is wanted by Zenit St Petersburg, Dynamo Moscow and CSKA Moscow.

According to reports in Russia, all three clubs have been alerted to his availability, with the Finland midfielder keen for a new challenge.

But having spent the past three years at Rubin, and the four previous years in the Ukraine with Dynamo Kyiv, he may now fancy trying his hand in the Premier League.

That could entice Everton to firm up their interest with a bid for the 27-year-old, although his wages - currently said to be around £40,000 - could be a stumbling block.