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Silva open to Portugal return

Image: Joao Silva: Admits he would be tempted by a move to Vitoria Guimaraes

Everton striker Joao Silva has revealed he is keen on a move to Portuguese side Vitoria Guimaraes.

Striker confirms Vitoria Guimaraes interest

Everton striker Joao Silva has revealed he is keen on a move to Portuguese side Vitoria Guimaraes. The Portugal U21 forward has yet to make a single first-team appearance for the Toffees since his move from Portuguese second division side CD Aves in the summer of 2010. The 22-year-old returned to his homeland to play for Uniao Leiria on loan in January 2011 in a bid to gain more first-team experience before spending the whole of last season with Vitoria Setubal. Silva still has a year left on his contract at Goodison Park and the player revealed the Toffees are reluctant to let him leave.

Interest

However, the highly-rated striker admits he would be open to a move Vitoria Guimaraes after confirming their interest in him. "Everton do not want my exit but this move would be of interest to me," Silva told A Bola. "Guimaraes were always a club that pleased me. "I do not want to say too much on the subject but if the chance arises I would not rule it out."

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