According to talkSPORT, Nottingham Forest are one of the clubs monitoring the 24-year-old’s situation as he nears the end of his current deal with Everton.

According to Football Insider, Aston Villa are interested in Everton midfielder James Garner. The player's contract is coming to an end. With Garner set to become a free agent next summer, both Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest are ready to sign the midfielder. He will be allowed to enter talks with other clubs for a pre-contract agreement from January, although Everton have an option to extend his current deal by another year.