Cole came close to joining Notts County in January but the deal fell through. left-back Senad Lulic making racial remarks about Rudiger following Romas 2-0 win in December. He can operate as an orthodox No 10, from a wide position and even in a more withdrawn role in midfield. s, results and live match commentaryHazard’s dazzling form this campaign could see him join the Spanish giants to become a long-term replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo, alongside Gareth Bale. Rex Features4The Burnley defender, right, impressed as part of a back three for England in DortmundP. p is set to intensify his interest in Michael Keane with the hope of signing him this summerGetty Images5Steve Walsh has taken his Michael Keane interest with him from Leicester to EvertonKopp boss Jurgen Klopp is expected to overhaul his squad in the summer and will be looking to bolster his defensive options. Cole, 33, could?link up with fellow former England international Paul Konchesky at the Essex club, w. Keep up to date with ALL the Everton and Liverpool news, gossip, transfers and goals on our club pag. It is thought he will start at centre-back, his preferred role – though he can also play at right-back. At that point, the Englishman, who thought it was going to be a piece of cake, left and didnt return.