Silva in battle to keep Wilson

MARCO SILVA has conceded he is in a battle to keep hold of Everton-linked winger Harry Wilson.

- By JOE THOMAS Everton FC Correspondent

And the Fulham boss urged club chiefs to do what they can to ensure one of the Premier League's most inform players remains at Craven Cottage beyond the summer, when his current contract is due to expire.

Silva's words come with a number of clubs tracking his situation, with multiple reports suggesting Everton are among them.

Wilson once again showcased his importance to Fulham on Saturday as the 28-year-old scored a stunning stoppage time free-kick to earn his side a 2-1 home win over Brighton and Hove Albion.

Speaking after the match, former Everton manager Silva acknowledged Wilson was a player he wished to keep and said: “We are in the fight, we are trying to keep him.