Saturday 16 July, 2005
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Internazionale defender Francesco Coco will play for Everton next season, after reportedly agreeing a deal.
Stories in Italy suggest that Coco was in Liverpool on Friday where significant steps were taken regarding a switch.
Coco is set to leave the San Siro, either on loan or on a permanent basis, after struggling with form and injury for some period of time.
He was once named ‘The New Paolo Maldini’ but has failed to live up to that billing at Milan, Barcelona and Inter.
Coco doesn’t feature in boss Roberto Mancini’s plans and a summer exit is almost certain at this stage.
Bolton were also keen on the former Italian international, who appeared at the 2002 World Cup, but Everton are in pole position.
The prospect of playing Champions’ League football next term suits Coco and a deal could be finalised sometime next week. |