John Souttar is being eyed by Rangers as Steven Gerrard targets a move for the Hearts star.

Everton manager Roberto Martinez wants to watch Andrew Robertson and John Souttar in person before stepping up his interest in the Dundee United duo. Left-back Robertson, 19, and centre-back Souttar, 17, are both regulars in Jackie McNamara's side.

Everton and Liverpool scouts watched Dundee United's Ryan Gauld, 17, who has been nicknamed 'Baby Messi', Andrew Robertson, 19, and John Souttar, 17, play in Saturday's 4-1 win over Hearts at Tannadice.

Everton had Dundee United centre-back John Souttar watched in Saturday's draw against Celtic and hope to sign the 17-year-old, who has also been on the radar of Sunderland and QPR, for £1m.