Everton set to approach FC Schalke 04 over Lewis Holtby

Everton are set to make an offer for German born Lewis Holtby.  Currently signed to Schalke 04 Holtby, a known Everton fan, has confided in friends he would be "over the moon" if an offer is made.

Holtby who was born in Germany to a British father and German mother has been on the Everton radar since his impressive season long loan with FSV Mainz 05 in 2010.

It is understood Everton manager, David Moyes, directed Everton scouts to keep a close eye on Holtby and their report identified him as a Midfielder that would adapt well to life in the Premier League.

The news will be welcomed in the Holtby household as both Lewis and his Liverpudlian father are both passionate Everton fans.  David Moyes would welcome a beating Everton heart in his midfield as he looks to cement Everton into the European places during the second half of the season.