Everton have reportedly made contact with the representatives of Atletico Madrid striker Matheus Cunha over a potential move in the January transfer window.

The Lowdown: Wolves were in driving seat

It was reported earlier this week that Wolves are ‘close’ to reaching a definitive agreement with Cunha over a transfer, as the end of his time with Atletico is said to be drawing near.

The final transfer fee and personal terms with the player still need to be agreed upon, but is thought that the Wanderers are in the driving seat.

The Latest: Everton contact

Co-writing in his latest piece for 90min, transfer expert Graeme Bailey has revealed that the Goodison Park outfit, as well as Aston Villa and Leeds United, have made contact with Cunha's representatives over a move, and are 'actively trying' to strike a deal for him.

Cunha is interested in working with Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui, but 'sources' have claimed that he wants to explore all of his options before making a final decision on his future.

His entourage have also offered the Brazilian to Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Newcastle United, and Atletico are desperate to offload Cunha's wages, and would be prepared to sanction a loan move.

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The Verdict: Get it done

The Merseyside club are in desperate need of more attacking reinforcements, having only scored 11 goals in their opening 15 Premier League games, the joint-second worst in the division.

Hailed as a player who is 'very fast', with 'great technical skills', 'unpredictable gameplay' and an 'excellent goal instinct' by his former manager Maurizio Jacobacci, Cunha showed early promise as a teenager at FC Sion, where he managed seven goals and four assists in 15 matches under the Swiss (Transfermarkt).

Once dubbed 'something special' by former Hertha Berlin head coach Bruno Labbadia, he continued his impressive streak in Germany, managing 23 goal contributions in 40 appearances (Transfermarkt).

Cunha has not quite been able to hit the same heights at Atletico, failing to find the back of the net so far this season, but there is no doubt that the talent is there.

Nonetheless, the Brazilian has still not fulfilled his true potential at 23, and the Toffees could be the sole beneficiaries of that.