CHERRIES defender Steve Cook is rumoured to be a "summer option" for Everton.

The Sun reports the Toffees could turn to the former Brighton man if a deal for "number one target" – Burnley's Michael Keane – is not completed.

Cook has also impressed West Brom and West Ham this season, according to the tabloid, which cites Baggies boss Tony Pulis as an "admirer" of the 25-year-old.

Eleven months ago, Cook signed a deal tying him to Cherries until at least 2019.

Part of the club's League One contingent, the Hastings-born centre-half has made 33 appearances in all competitions this term.

The Sun also speculates Cherries boss Eddie Howe is "looking to bring back" former loan star Nathan Ake, who was recalled by Chelsea in January.