Friday 19 August 2016 11:14, UK
Everton manager Ronald Koeman has urged Yannick Bolasie to increase his scoring rate after labelling him one of the Premier League's "best wingers".
Bolasie could make his debut against West Brom on Saturday, after joining in a deal that could rise to £28m, according to Sky Sources.
The DR Congo international was one of the Crystal Palace's main attacking outlets last season, scoring five goals and making three assists to help them secure a top-half finish.
While Koeman is delighted at securing the services of Bolasie, he insists the 27-year-old can score on a more regular basis at Everton.
"If you pay that amount of money for a player it is really an important transfer, and of course we know about his qualities," said the Dutch manager.
"Really for a long time he was on my list because he is physically strong, fast and has a very good mentality. His work rate is high and he gives the team energy.
"He is one of the best wingers in the Premier League. He has a lot of strengths but he needs to improve in his productivity. Nine goals in three Premier League seasons is too little."
Koeman has been quick to recruit since taking the helm at Goodison Park this summer, signing Ashley Williams and Maarten Stekelenburg in addition to Bolasie.
On the other hand, striker Oumar Niasse and Aiden McGeady look set to depart Everton, as Koeman confirmed they are not part of his first-team plans.
"We made a fast decision about Niasse, and we made that fast decision about McGeady, and maybe one or two or three more," he added.
"It will be very difficult for them to be part of the team. If Niasse likes to play football, then he needs to leave Everton."
