Welcome to the timesofmalta.com football transfer blog. With the World Cup coming to a close clubs will be stepping up their efforts to try and strengthen their squad ahead of the upcoming season. Stay with us to follow all the latest news. 3.30pm Fiorentina are reportedly in talks to sign Everton winger Kevin Mirallas. According to Sky Sport Italia, a deal to take Mirallas to Fiorentina on loan with an option to buy is in the pipeline.