Fellaini excited by Toffees move

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Fellaini excited by Toffees move

Fellaini: Happy with move

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Everton's record signing Marouane Fellaini cannot wait to start his Goodison Park career.

The 20-year-old joined The Toffees just hours before the close of the transfer window on Monday.

Everton paid Standard Liege an initial £15million to land the Belgian international, smashing their club record transfer fee.

But Fellaini insists he is unfazed by the price tag on him and he is ready to deliver for The Toffees.

"I am very happy to be signing for Everton," said Fellaini, who is set to feature for Belgium over the coming week in their World Cup qualifiers against Estonia and Turkey.

"The fee is not a problem. I am coming here to continue my progression and my game as well as working hard for the team and helping us win games.

"All the fee shows is that the club has faith in me and that is something that should be looked on as a positive.

"I can't wait to get started, to show my qualities and what I am about.

"I had been aware that Everton had been interested in me and watching my progress for some time.

"I can bring youthful enthusiasm and I am really keen to do well and succeed.

"I am a physical player and my style and strength will really fit in with the English game. I want to help take the team forward as much as I can."

Moyes belief

Fellaini admits he is delighted to get the chance to work with Everton manager David Moyes.

"When I spoke with David Moyes he said he was looking to bring in quality players to improve the side as well as young players, and he said I fit that description," he said.

"I hope I can take the team forward and help improve the club.

"My first aim is to win my place in the side and make progress. I am aware of the history Everton has and that they are one of the top clubs from the history of English football.

"It is the league all players want to play in. But playing in those games helped me realise it is a league that suits my style and suits me physically."