Despite being six months into his Everton tenure, Ronald Koeman is still attempting to forge his own side at Goodison Park.

The summer window witnessed some movement in and out of Merseyside but the Dutch gaffer will undoubtedly be keen to make further changes when the transfer window opens in January.

Players from prior regimes still remain at the club and these passengers must be shipped out to make way for better players.

Chinese football exploded onto the world stage earlier this year by paying astronomical fees for high-profile stars of the European game, such as Ramires, Jackson Martinez and Alex Teixeira, and has already lined up its star-studded addition for 2017 in Chelsea star Oscar.

That has made the Chinese Premier League the ideal dumping ground for European clubs whilst the less physically-demanding style of football and ludicrous salaries have made it a very attractive prospect for players also.

With that in mind, Football FanCast look at five players Everton should flog to Chinese clubs - picking up tasty transfer fees in the process.

Aaron Lennon

With just eighteen months remaining on his current deal at Goodison, January may be the ideal time for Everton to sell Lennon.

The Chinese season commences in the coming weeks and teams are still looking to sign some marquee players. As a former England international, Aaron Lennon fits the criteria perfectly.

Letting Lennon's situation linger for another six or twelve months would allow the interested party the advantage in any potential deal.

Oumar Niasse

Niasse's time in England has not brought much fortune for the Senegal striker.

Playing in a weaker league, Niasse thrived for Lokomotiv Moscow last season, and that form will have undoubtedly generated some interest in the CSL.

Recouping some of the £13.5million fee paid for him may be a priority for Koeman. But considering the riches in China, the club could be rewarded with an even bigger fee.

Arouna Koné

The Ivorian forward Kone has just six months remaining on his contract with the Toffees and it's unlikely he will be granted an extension anytime soon.

Out of favour under Ronald Koeman and aged 33, the club should attempt to attract a lucrative offer from the CSL in January and spend the money on a genuine understudy for Romelu Lukaku.

Darron Gibson

 

Republic of Ireland midfielder Gibson has spent the majority of his Everton career watching from the sidelines as injuries continue limit his first-team involvement.

Gibson may therefore favour a move to China where the frequency of injuries is lesser due to the slower speed of play.

A former Manchester United player would be warmly welcomed in the most populated country on the planet.

Phil Jagielka

Phil Jagielka is club captain and has been a fantastic servant to the Merseyside club, currently amid his tenth campaign.

But now 34 years old, the England international is coming to the end of his career and a move to China, a lucrative retirement contract and a change of lifestyle may appeal to the ageing Everton icon.