Everton Signs Ex-Crystal Palace Winger Andros Townsend

Everton have confirmed the signing of former Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend. The winger joined the Toffees on a two year deal following the expiration of contract with the Eagles.

Townsend, 31, who becomes the first signing of Rafa Benitez era at Goodison during his unveiling said;

“I believe everyone is familiar with Everton. Townsend told EvertonTV, "It's a great football club, it's highly ambitious, a club that has been trying to go back to where it belongs in Europe and beyond. I'll do everything I can to assist the club in achieving that goal."

“Everton is a huge football club with tremendous objectives for the coming season. It was a no-brainer, as the saying goes."

“Rafa [Benitez] is a seasoned professional. On the training pitch, he works hard on the tactical side and leaves no stone left. But, more significantly, he's a wonderful man, a fantastic boss, and he's always talking to you. I'm confident he'll be a big hit here.”

Townsend played under Rafa Benitez during his time at Newscastle, before moving to Crystal Palace where he spent five years playing at Selhurst Park.