Everton have moved to tell Romelu Lukaku's agent, Mino Raiola, that they do not intend to sell the striker this summer.
Lukaku has continually been linked with a switch away from Goodison Park this summer and showcased his skills on Saturday at Euro 2016 when he hit a brace in Belgium's 3-0 win over the Republic of Ireland.
A number of clubs have been mooted as potential destinations for the former Chelsea star, but Everton have no intention of playing ball, especially not after receiving investment from Farhad Moshiri.
A Russian Everton official – perhaps Moshiri's associate Alexander Ryazantsev, who is a director at the club – met with super agent Raiola in recent days to stress that the Toffees will not sell Lukaku, according to Sky Italia.
Everton are keen to keep hold of the Belgium striker to place him at the disposal of new manager Ronald Koeman.
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Koeman is a firm fan of the 23-year-old and will be hoping to bring out the best in him next term at Goodison Park.
Despite Everton enduring an underwhelming campaign last season, Lukaku still managed to score 25 goals in all competitions, as well as providing his team-mates with seven assists.
His contract with the Merseyside club runs until 2019.
