Everton to beat Arsenal to Virgil van Dijk?

Celtic defender Virgil van Dijk is closing in on a move to Roberto Martinez's Everton side, according to reports.

The 23-year-old centre-back, who joined Celtic from Groningen in 2013, has been linked with a move to Arsenal in recent weeks.

However, the Toffees are now in pole position to complete a £10m deal for the in-demand Dutchman, who they view as the ideal replacement for long-serving defender Sylvain Distin, reports the Daily Mail.

Everton are also expected to face competition from Southampton for Van Dijk's signature.