Bruce still in the hunt for Johnson

Steve Bruce is still in the hunt for Everton striker Andy Johnson but faces some stiff competition for his signature .

Fulham are thought to have made an offer of £10.5million putting them at the head of the queue for the England international but West Ham, Wigan and Sunderland are all said to be very keen on the player.

Bruce had a £9m bid for Johnson turned down but may move again in an effort to add him to the squad although there has been constant rumours that he would prefer a move back down south in which case Fulham and West Ham lead the chase.

Johnson was not involved as Everton travelled to Nottingham Forrest and fought out a 1-1 draw on Friday night and as soon as David Moyes finds a replacement then he will be on his way to the highest bidder.