Competition hots up for prolific £43m-rated striker: Three Prem clubs are in the race

Andrea Belotti has been linked with Arsenal, Liverpool and Everton

Italian news outlet TuttoMercatoWeb claim the Toffees have sent scouts to watch the 22-year-old striker.

But Ronald Koeman could face a serious battle for his signature.

According to another Italian publication, Il Messagero, his performances have caught the eye of Liverpool.

It's suggested Arsenal and German giants Borussia Dortmund are also keen.

Belotti has been in prolific form for Torino and has bagged eight goals in 10 top-flight appearances.

He only joined the club last year, arriving in a £7m deal form Palermo.

The gifted attacker still has three-and-a-half years left to run on his contract in Turin.

And potential suitors will need to splash the cash if they want sign the coveted star.

Belotti is reportedly valued at an eye-watering £43m.

Koeman is expected to bolster his squad in January as the Toffees eye a spot in the top four.

The Dutchman has also been linked with a move for Manchester United outcast Memphis Depay.