James Garner has also become United’s biggest sale in the summer.
Everton have completed the signing of James Garner from Manchester United for a fee rising to £15 million.
It was Frank Lampard’s second signing in midfield as they also recalled Idrissa Gueye from Paris Saint-Germain, and has signed a four-year deal at Goodison Park.
Garner helped Nottingham Forest win promotion during a loan spell last season. The 21-year-old has cost an initial £9 million and believes Lampard can improve his game.
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He has also become United’s biggest sale in the summer when they have spent over £200 million on signings such as Antony, Casemiro, Lisandro Martinez and Tyrell Malacia.
Garner said: “I’m made up to sign for Everton. It’s a huge step in my career and I want to help the team get better while progressing as a player. I think Everton is the perfect place to do that. I can’t wait to get started.”
Garner also had a loan spell at Watford and only made seven appearances for United. He was allowed to leave Old Trafford after Erik ten Hag brought in midfielders Christian Eriksen and Casemiro.
He also added: “The manager has got a real plan for the club and for me. Working with him on a daily basis is major for me. Him and his staff can take me and the team to the next level.”
Lampard has now made eight signings this summer and said: “James is a fantastic midfielder with a great all-round game who has qualities we know Evertonians will appreciate. We are really looking forward to working with him and having him add further strength to our squad.”
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