It took until 9:30 pm, 2½ hours after the transfer window closed, for Everton to finally announce the loan signing of Tyrique George from Chelsea.
The move has been expected since those in the know confirmed it was happening on Sunday night but the medical, contract, and all the required paperwork was not completed until well after the Deadline of 7 pm.
After sealing his move to the Toffees, George – who will wear the Number 19 shirt – said “I’m really excited to be here and to enjoy this massive club. I just can’t wait to get started.
“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.”