AS Monaco have set their asking price for Folarin Balogun (25), who is attracting significant interest, notably from Everton, as the transfer window nears its end.

Balogun, who set Ligue 1 alight last season, has not played for the Principality club this season. The striker played through the FIFA World Cup with a minor injury, Filipe Luís has explained, and so the former Arsenal man is continuing his recovery. He was, however, in the stands at the Stade Louis II on Sunday night as Monaco beat Olympique de Marseille (2-0). Paris Brunner netted a brace in that game and he looks to be the heir apparent.

ASM have been open to selling Balogun this season and the player himself is keen to make an exit. There has been significant interest from across Europe, but, as of now, no deal. With the transfer deadline nearing, it is Everton who are pushing to sign the striker. Amid interest from the Merseyside club, Les Monégasques have set their asking price.

BBC Sport understands that ASM are asking for £40m, however, Everton believe that they can get a deal done as a much lower price.