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Everton are close to agreeing a deal with Chelsea to sign winger Tyrique George following his loan spell.
The 20-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan on Merseyside, with an option to buy for £25m, but Everton have renegotiated an upfront fee to one with add-ons.
George made 11 appearances for Everton, starting once, but impressed manager David Moyes during his four-month spell at the club.
In May Moyes described him as "an excellent boy" with an "excellent work-rate" when asked about the possibility of a permanent move before the final match of the season.
With the deal for George close, Everton are finalising a £16m deal for Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney.
The 20-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan on Merseyside, with an option to buy for £25m, but Everton have renegotiated an upfront fee to one with add-ons.
George made 11 appearances for Everton, starting once, but impressed manager David Moyes during his four-month spell at the club.
In May Moyes described him as "an excellent boy" with an "excellent work-rate" when asked about the possibility of a permanent move before the final match of the season.
With the deal for George close, Everton are finalising a £16m deal for Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney.
