Everton adds Arnaut Danjuma to squad on season-long loan from Villarreal

In their latest summer acquisition, Everton has welcomed forward Arnaut Danjuma on a season-long loan from Villarreal.

The 26-year-old Netherlands international, who joins following Ashley Young's arrival earlier this month, brings a wealth of top-level experience and attacking versatility to Sean Dyche’s squad.

Danjuma, set to don the number 10 shirt for Everton, can play multiple attacking positions and was often fielded as a central striker during his tenure with Villarreal.

His successful spell in Spain, which saw him emerge as the top scorer during Villarreal's run to the Champions League semi-finals in the 2021/22 season, is bolstered by prior Premier League experience with AFC Bournemouth and Tottenham Hotspur.

Initially close to joining Everton in January, Danjuma emphasized how the passion of Evertonians and the managerial role of Sean Dyche were instrumental in his decision to make the move to Merseyside.

He expressed his excitement about joining Everton, saying, "It’s been a long time coming to join such a massive club as Everton and it makes me proud."

Danjuma further said, “I hope to bring a lot of goals and a lot of assists. The manager has clearly improved the team and there is a process ahead with him in charge that I am very excited to be a part of."

"I am very eager to perform and very determined to contribute to the entire club. There’s no vein in my body that doubts my quality, and I’m very determined to now show that for the Evertonians."

The Dutch forward also shared his admiration for Everton's fanbase, citing the powerful experience of witnessing Evertonian passion from the touchline during a game against Tottenham.

He added, "I’m very eager to be a part of it, and to make sure I can contribute to winning games, as well as contributing to the way we play.”