Sources: Expected winner named in Everton and Newcastle race for Gabriel Sara

Everton are considered frontrunners ahead of Newcastle to sign Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara next summer, though both clubs are tracking the 27-year-old Brazilian.

Everton and Newcastle United are both monitoring Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara, 27, who recorded 11 goal involvements last season and four in nine games this term. Sources indicate Everton are better positioned to pursue a deal, though Newcastle's interest has cooled after they pursued other midfield targets in the summer. Galatasaray are reluctant to sell mid-season while competing in the Champions League, and Everton's funding capacity remains uncertain amid The Friedkin Group's plans to sell the club.