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title: "Everton watched Nicolo Barella in Cagliari clash"
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language: "en-GB"
author: "Luke Osman"
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published: "2018-09-28T17:54:58Z"
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# Everton watched Nicolo Barella in Cagliari clash

Everton had scouts in attendance for Cagliari’s stalemate against Sampdoria on Wednesday night and according to a report from [Corriere dello Sport, as translated by Sport Witness](https://sportwitness.co.uk/west-ham-everton-travelled-watch-italy-international-facing-competition-big-boys/), they were watching Nicolo Barella in action.

The promising midfielder has been linked with a number of clubs in recent times as he continues to impress for Cagliari in Serie A.

Barella has established himself as a vital cog in his side’s first-team and it’s believed that Cagliari remain desperate to retain the services of their impressive midfield man.

![Claudio Villa/Getty Images Sport](https://media.readeverton.com/readeverton/2018/09/1026509972.jpg)

However, interest from elsewhere appears to be building, with reports from Italy indicating that Everton have joined the race to secure his signature.

The Toffees, like several other top-flight clubs, reportedly sent scouts to observe Cagliari’s 0-0 draw with Sampdoria in Serie A, with a host of talented players on show.

Barella was unable to bear a huge influence on the match, with his side left frustrated by a goalless draw, but his performances so far this season have evidently caught the eye.