Everton boss Roberto Martinez is reportedly insistent that James McCarthy will not be sold to Arsenal in January.
It is understood that the Gunners are preparing a winter move for the Scotland international, who has emerged as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League.
However, according to The Mirror, Everton are not prepared to sanction a move to the Gunners, or indeed any other club.
McCarthy, who moved to Goodison Park from Wigan Athletic in 2013, is currently on the sidelines with a hamstring problem.