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Everton have made an initial enquiry to Crystal Palace over Christian Benteke
The Belgium striker is seen as an alternative to primary target Olivier Giroud
Giroud has indicated that he wants to stay and fight for his place at Arsenal

Published: 06:58 EDT, 11 July 2017 | Updated: 09:26 EDT, 11 July 2017

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Everton have made initial enquiries about Christian Benteke but Crystal Palace do not want to lose their main striker.

Sportsmail revealed on Monday that Everton had identified Benteke as a target as they were looking at alternatives to Olivier Giroud with the France international indicating he wants to fight for his place at Arsenal.

Benteke cost Palace £27m when he signed from Liverpool last summer and is settled in London.

Everton have made an enquiry to Crystal Palace over signing striker Christan Benteke

However, the Toffees face a tough task with the 26-year-old settled in London

Everton have identified Benteke as an alternative to their main target Arsenal's Olivier Giroud

The 26-year-old is looking for a new home in the English capital but the former Liverpool striker is admired by staff at Goodison Park.

He is also on Chelsea's list of options as boss Antonio Conte looks to bolster his options in the striking department.

Giroud travelled with Arsenal to Sydney on Sunday as Everton ponder their next move.

Giroud's future is in doubt after Alexander Lacazette's arrival but the fact he has made the 12,000-mile trip suggests the Frenchman wants to stay and fight for his place.