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title: "Everton and Watford to battle for Serie A left-back"
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type: "post"
language: "en-GB"
author: "Luke Osman"
section: "Feature Writers"
published: "2018-06-07T19:28:38Z"
modified: "2018-06-07T19:28:38Z"
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# Everton and Watford to battle for Serie A left-back

Everton and Watford are reportedly set to battle for the signing of Bologna star Adam Masina this summer.

The left-back enjoyed a strong season in Serie A with his side and it seems a summer move could be in the offing, as Premier League clubs increase their interest in him.

[Reports in Italy](https://www.calciomercato.com/news/bologna-per-masina-altre-sirene-inglesi-24284) have indicated that the Toffees are looking to recruit the left-back this summer, with Marco Silva keen to see defensive options added to his new squad.

![Marco Rosi/Getty Images Sport](https://media.readeverton.com/readeverton/2018/06/933742260.jpg)

Masina, who is a former international for Italy’s Under-21 side, has been linked with a move to Watford for some time now. [Reports](https://www.football-italia.net/122287/watford-close-bolognas-masina) earlier on in the month even indicated that the Hornets were in negotiations over a move for the player.

However, Everton appear to have thrown their hat into the ring, with Masina emerging as a target for the Toffees.

The 24-year-old started 33 games for Bologna in Serie A last season and was a standout performer for his side.