Evertonian Holtby open to Goodison switch

Schalke 04 midfielder Lewis Holtby has talked up a move to England, describing his boyhood club Everton, and Arsenal, as his two favourite Premier League teams.

The 21-year-old, who shares dual nationality with England and Germany, has made 36 league appearances since making his debut in 2009, netting five times.

‘I have always said that my aim is to come to the Premier League one day because I love the league,’ Holtby told talkSPORT.

‘My father is English and of course my favourite teams are Everton and Arsenal. 

‘My father was born in England and was an Everton fan since the age of five. He immediately infected me with the Everton virus! Since then I have been a Everton fan and have always followed their games.

‘My thoughts now are first with Schalke but you never know.’