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Benfica, Everton battling for Michy Batshuayi?

Reports suggest that Benfica are interested in Everton target Michy Batshuayi.

Benfica have emerged as rivals to Everton for Standard Liege striker Michy Batshuayi, according to reports.

The 20-year-old, who has also been linked with Arsenal, is the top scorer in the Jupiler Pro League this season with with 14 goals.

Roberto Martinez's interest in the Belgian Under-21 international was reported following Nikica Jelavic's move to Hull City, but The Mirror believes that Portguese giants have now entered the running.

Zenit St Petersburg are said to have targeted their forward Rodrigo Moreno, who could make the move from Estadio da Luz to Russia this weekend.

Batshuayi has a reported £7m release clause in his contract with Standard.

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Nikica Jelavic of Everton during the Barclays Premier League match between Norwich City and Everton at Carrow Road on August 17, 2013
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