Local Evertonians here in the Tavern are beginning to see glimpses of brilliance within their side, but still feel there’s the need to dip into the transfer market this window. 

Sam Allardyce has gone a long way to redefining the Toffees’ season since taking over at Goodison Park, as a relegation dogfight has soon turned into an outside chance of grabbing a European place.

Indeed, the former England manager has inserted the pride and passion back into the club that went missing during Ronald Koeman’s reign, as the blue half of Merseyside look to be back in business.

However, there’s still some underlying issues that need addressing during this transfer window, with improvements still needed in all areas of the pitch if they are to make a fist of things in the second half of the season.

But, after making his first signing as Everton boss after acquiring Turkish striker Cenk Tosun, fans will be hoping that there’s plenty more where that came from.

Nevertheless, with the Toffees having the financial backing. Here’s a look at TWO stars Sam Allardyce needs Steve Walsh to help bring to Goodison Park this window…

Martin Terrier

The 20-year-old has been the shining light for his current side Strasbourg in the French Ligue 1, as he continues to make his name heard as one of France’s brightest prospects.

Indeed, the French U21 striker is never far away from bagging himself a goal, having shown he can score on a regular basis in his first step-up to what is a difficult division.

Therefore, after seeing the likes of Kylian Mbappe come through the ranks in recent times, there’s a whole load of interest surrounding the youngster with Everton being one of the teams hoping to secure his services as they renew their interest.

Omar Mascarell

The former Real Madrid midfielder has missed the most of this season after going under the knife for an achilles tendon injury, so has only managed to make one appearance for current club Eintracht Frankfurt.

With ball distribution being the main strength of the Spaniard’s, this is an area that Everton have taken a liking to with Idrissa Gueye and Morgan Schneiderlin being less than impressing with their passing displays.

Of course, with a pass completion rate of 80% for the midfielder last season in the Bundesliga, this is a figure that could be the missing piece in the Everton midfield after months of wasted opportunities.

Indeed, they look to be in a battle to get their man, as Spanish outlet Marca reported that Everton and Seville are taking a look at recruiting the midfielder.