Everton defender John Stones is currently at Euro 2016 with England
Everton's new major shareholder Farhad Moshiri is determined to keep Lukaku at Goodison Park despite the striker agitating to move to one of Europe's elite.
Moshiri is ready to price the Belgium forward, who is looked after by agent Mino Raiola, out of a move by seeking £75million for him. Lukaku could also be offered a lucrative new contract.
Everton blocked a move to Chelsea 12 months ago, despite repeated bids of up to £37m, but it is City who are now in pole pursuit for the England defender.
They are set to officially test the water as they seek to deliver one of new manager Pep Guardiola's transfer priorities.
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