Chelsea’s George completes Everton move

Everton have completed the signing of Tyrique George on loan from Chelsea. 

Forward George, 19, has not started a league game this season and has fallen down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge.

He has moved to Merseyside for the rest of the season with the option of a permanent move this summer.

A number of clubs have shown an interest in him and his departure from Chelsea has seemed likely.

George was a regular in the Blues squad last season under former boss Enzo Maresca, despite almost joining Fulham on loan in January.

He has scored six goals from a total of 37 appearances for Chelsea – 15 of which have been starts. His most memorable contribution was the crucial equaliser in the 2-1 comeback win over Fulham last season, a result which sparked the excellent run towards the end of the campaign.

“I’m really excited to be here and to enjoy this massive club. I just can’t wait to get started,” George said.

“The fans here are exceptional. I know Evertonians are really passionate. They like hard work – and that’s what I’m going to show. I want to be exciting and I want to impress them.

“The gaffer, David Moyes, was another reason [I wanted to join]. He’s an amazing manager who has coached so many players, like Wayne Rooney, and players like that. I’ve had a brief conversation with him and he’s an amazing person as well.

“I just want to enjoy it, learn under him and improve.”