Carlo Ancelotti has revealed his intentions of welcoming new additions to his Everton squad.

According to the Italians, he will meet with the Toffee’s hierarchy to discuss potential January signings to improve his squad after taking over from Marco Silva.

Ancelotti has guided his Everton squad into two Premier League wins as they lie 10th on the table.

"The market is not open yet - it opens tomorrow!” he said.

“There are a lot of rumors. That is normal. Everywhere in the world, it is like this. In Italy, it is the same.

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"After the 5th of January, we are going to have a meeting with the club and we can talk if it is possible to try to improve this squad.

"In my opinion, it is a good squad. Some players I didn't know really well but now we are training, I have a better relationship and know them better.

"Maybe after the 5th of January, we can discuss this."

Everton will travel to the Etihad after Sunday’s FA Cup game against Liverpool at Anfield to play third placed Manchester City. The Manager sees the opportunity as a good one to access his squad since arriving."Manchester City will be a fantastic test for us to see where we are," he said. "It is a really strong team but we have confidence. The moment is good for us.

"We have to be happy to compete with the top team in England and also in Europe."