Everton chase Frenchman Basilla

Last updated : 16 December 2003 By Austin Rathe
This one is a former French under 21 international (now 26) in the form of Christian Basilla of Strasbourg. Moyes has, we are told, been watching him for some time.

"We have spoken before about a move to Everton, but nothing came of it," said his agent Willie McKay. "There has been more interest and he would love the chance to play in England again.

"He had a small stint in England before with West Ham, but it proved to be a disaster because of injuries and personal problems. He is a big friend of Freddie Kanoute and he would jump at the chance to try his luck in England again.

"He is a lot stronger physically and mentally and he is the captain of his club.

"He has done the business for Strasbourg at venues such as Lyon, Marseille and PSG, showing he can perform at the highest level and he feels he could do it in England."

No fee has been mentioned, but with Davies & Parker looking unlike,y Moyes may well look abroad for some sort of bargain.