Former Everton defender Yerry Mina has opened up about his future in the game.

The ex-Toffee is now out of contract, having helped the club avoid relegation last season.

The Colombian centre half admitted he is unlikely to renew with the Toffees, but has other options in Europe.

He said to AS in Spain: "I am waiting for God's direction. Let it be a place where his presence is with me.

I just want to be prepared for the moment that touches me, wherever I go with everything.

"We are in talks In France, there are also options, but the transfer window is just beginning, and I am calm."

On returning to South America, Mina replied: "I am young, but Santa Fe was one of the teams that opened the doors for me, one of the few teams because I went to many.

"I went to del Valle, Cali, Amrica and nothing. Pasto and Santa Fe do, and I am very grateful to them for what they did for me and for the love they have for me.

"My thinking is to continue in Europe, but at some point, if it happens, I would return with great joy for that love they gave me."

More must-reads:

TODAY'S BEST
Celtics HC shares Kristaps Porzingis update ahead of NBA Finals
Real Madrid defeats Borussia Dortmund 2-0 to win Champions League
Drake Maye reportedly being treated as Patriots' QB3
Former NFL GM has huge praise for Packers QB Jordan Love
Veteran 1B rejects outright assignment, elects free agency
Giannis Antetokounmpo to play for Greece in Olympic qualifier
Padres lose two top pitchers to injured list on same day
Fever announce remarkable attendance milestone in fifth 2024 home game
Senators reportedly undecided on qualifying defenseman
Lamar Jackson's curious offseason decision costing him significant money
Blue Jays two-time All-Star pitcher lands on IL for second time this season
Lakers set to benefit from Pelicans’ NBA Draft decision
One rookie quarterback is showing 'elite downfield accuracy' during OTAs
Drew Brees thinks he could be NFL’s best broadcaster
Rangers star second baseman hopes rest helps neck issue
Dodgers designate veteran pitcher for assignment after disastrous outing
Christian Yelich ties Brewers franchise record held by Paul Molitor
Jalen Brunson claps back at tiredness narrative after Knicks' playoff exit
Report: Cowboys quietly 'all-in' on Dak Prescott decision
Report: Bulls drop trade asking price for All-Star