'I will give everything' - George signs for initial £18m as Rohl also seals move

Tyrique George has said there is "a lot more to come from me" after his move to Everton in a deal worth up to £24m was confirmed.

The 20-year-old winger spent the second half of last season on loan at Hill Dickinson Stadium, with an option to buy for £25m this summer.

However, Everton renegotiated the up front fee to about £18m with the remainder in add-ons based on European qualification and appearances, while Chelsea have included a 15% sell-on clause.

"I loved my time here on loan last season, so as soon as I knew it was a possibility to return, that's always what I wanted," George told club media after his four-year contract was announced.

"This is a massive club. I've seen for myself how passionate the fans are about Everton, how much it means to them – and I want to put on good performances, score goals and create goals to make them happy.

"The fans and the boys in the changing room made me feel welcome as soon as I arrived in February. It's a strong group that's only going to get better."

George made 11 appearances for Everton last season, starting once, but impressed manager David Moyes, who called him an "excellent boy with an excellent work-rate" at the end of his initial four-month spell.

"There is a lot more to come from me. With the manager, the coaches and my team-mates, I know I'm in a great place to show it," George added.

"Everton is an environment that demands hard work from everyone, and I will give everything.

"To be in for the start of pre-season is something I was keen on. Now I'm really excited to get going again."

Meanwhile, Everton also announced the formality of Merlin Rohl's signing from Freiburg.

The 23-year-old arrived on a loan deal with an obligation to buy last summer and now joins on a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee.