Kevin Mirallas signing boosts Everton ahead of Manchester United clash

• £5.3m deal brings Belgium international to Goodison
• Versatile striker scored 20 goals for Olympiakos last season

Everton have secured the £5.3m signing of the Belgium forward Kevin Mirallas from Olympiakos. The 24-year-old agreed a four-year contract at Goodison Park but the deal was completed too late for him to be able to take part in Everton’s opening league match against Manchester United .

“I am very happy because Everton is a big club and for me it’s a very good opportunity,” said Mirallas, who scored 20 goals in Greece last season and will be introduced on the pitch before the Manchester United clash. “I’ve known Everton have been following me for a while and after talking with the manager I decided coming to Everton was the best opportunity for me.”

David Moyes is also considering a deal for Caen’s 17-year-old striker M’Baye Niang, whohas impressed in training with the club , and may make an offer for the Blackpool winger Matt Phillips with more of the £12m they received for Jack Rodwell.

Guardian