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Everton are expected to sign Azerbaijan teen sensation Araz Abdullayev in the January transfer window.

The Merseysiders' were keen in June and they quickly secured first-option on the 18-year-old Neftchi Baku midfielder after interest from Russian champions Rubin Kazan and clubs in Italy.

The option is valid for two years, but talks are underway about doing a deal this winter.

Agent Tassos Anagnou, who says he is representing Everton in negotiations, said: "I hope that our negotiations are successful and in January Araz joins Everton."