Top 3 alternatives to Gylfi Sigurdsson for Everton feat. Arsenal star

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Sofiane Boufal

The phenomenal success of Riyad Mahrez last season will prompt Premier League scouts to go through the divisions of French football with a fine tooth comb, and Boufal could be another emerging star.

Following his move from second-division club Angers in 2014, Boufal has established himself firmly as one of Lille’s leading lights. The 22-year-old bagged 11 goals and provided four assists last season, which made him Lille’s stop goal-scorer despite starting largely in a midfield role.

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Boufal may be physically slight, but picked up an almighty 11 league bookings last season which hints at an aggressive streak. The Moroccan is also left-footed, always an attractive trait for managers seeking balance in their team.

Boufal has already been linked with Southampton and Watford this summer, and though a move to Everton would be a significant step up, the Toffees might feel they should nip in while he is still on an upward curve.

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