Everton have confirmed the signing of Watford midfielder Abdoulaye Doucouré.
The Frenchman joins the likes of Allan and James Rodriguez as summer recruits for Carlo Ancelotti’s side.
The 27-year-old has signed on a three-year deal with an option for a fourth.
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“I have been waiting a long time to come here and now it has happened so I am very happy,” Doucoure told evertonfc.com.
“I had some interest from other clubs but from the beginning when Everton showed an interest in me I told my agent to focus on Everton.
“It was the only club I wanted to join.
“Everton has a big history in English football and it is a good club for me to have a step up in my career.
“I am very happy now to be an Everton player and very excited for the future.”
