Everton FC have secured the services of centre-back James Tarkowski. The 29-year-old has been among the top ten most valuable unemployed players since July 1, with a market value of €22m after his tenure at Burnley expired. The Englishman has now signed a long-term contract with the “Toffees” until 2026 and is the first new signing for coach Frank Lampard for the coming season.
“I’m thrilled to have joined Everton. It’s a great club. I’m really looking forward to the years to come and I’m grateful for the opportunity I’ve been given,” Tarkowski said. “It was very important to speak to the manager to see what he expects from his players and his team, what he sees in me and why he wanted to sign me. Talking to Kevin Thelwell (Director of Professional Football, ed.) was also an important factor.”
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Tarkowski, who has two caps for the Three Lions, made 219 appearances for Burnley in six years, putting him in twelfth place in the record player rankings. With him, one of the longest-serving professionals left the club.
| James Tarkowski has completed a move to #EFC on a free transfer, signing a four-year contract until the end of June 2026.
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