Everton should consider striking a deal with Leicester City for Islam Slimani following reports from the Leicester Mercury that the forward is available for £18m.

What's the word?

The Toffees have not yet found a player that can replicate Romelu Lukaku's form at Goodison Park.

Cenk Tosun was recruited by Sam Allardyce in January, and now he will have a chance to prove his ability during a full season.

Theo Walcott's arrival also helped with Everton's attacking game, but new manager Marco Silva could do with some extra options.

Slimani flopped during his loan spell at Newcastle United last season, but he should attract Everton's attention.

The Leicester Mercury recently reported that the Foxes will listen to offers of around £18m for the striker, who is currently valued at £16.2m by Transfermarkt.

How would he fit in?

Slimani tends to be the main centre-forward in a team, but he could link up well with Tosun.

The Turkish international can play out wide if needed, which means that the pair could play together rather than just one or the other.

If Slimani plays to his strengths, which include power and the ability to hold up the ball, then he could get the best out of Tosun.

Everton fans may be slightly concerned due to the fact that the Algerian international has scored just eight Premier League goals in 39 outings, but he could end up being a useful cog in Silva's machine.

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