Sam Allardyce 'wants Steven N'Zonzi at Everton'

Everton boss Sam Allardyce is reportedly considering a January move for Sevilla midfielder Steven N'Zonzi.

Allardyce brought N'Zonzi to Blackburn Rovers in 2009, and is still believed to have a close relationship with the Frenchman.

N'Zonzi later represented Stoke City in the Premier League before joining Sevilla, where he has been a key player over the last two seasons.

Arsenal have previously been linked with the 28-year-old, but according to The Mirror, Allardyce, who was appointed Everton's new head coach last week, is hopeful that he can convince the midfielder to join the Toffees.

The report adds that Sevilla would be prepared to sell N'Zonzi for a figure in the region of £20m.

Allardyce's reign as Everton boss started with a 2-0 win over Huddersfield Town on Saturday afternoon.