Everton have announced the signing of English midfielder Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough. Everton manager David Moyes identified the 24-year-old as one of those he wants at the Hill **** inson Stadium club, and he has signed a five-year contract with the Toffees. Hackney was one of the best players in the Championship last term and is now ready to prove himself in the Premier League with the Blues. The Boro academy graduate made 137 appearances in the division and is aware that hitting the ground running in the top-flight will not be a piece of cake.
Hackney is hoping to break into the Everton starting XI but he knows that moving to the top of Moyes’ pecking order ahead of his current options in the position could prove tricky. He knows the competition ahead of him and has showered praise on the midfielders.
“It feels like signing for Everton is ideal timing,” Hackney said during his official unveiling.
“I feel that last season really developed me more as a player in all aspects of my game.
“Obviously, I thank Middlesbrough for the time that I was there, which was unbelievable, but now I feel ready and feel it’s time to make the change and I’m really looking forward to it.