Martinez: Lennon is a really exciting signing
Everton manager Roberto Martinez has been explaining the loan signing of England international Aaron Lennon and says that he is a really excited player that will get the Goodison Park crowd off their feet.
The 27 year old Yorkshireman has signed on loan until the end of the season with the possibility of a permanent deal after and Martinez is excited about what he will bring to the team.
“We are very excited as you can imagine,” said the Blues boss. “Aaron is an addition to the squad that gets you very much looking forward to training. He can have an impact straight away.
“For us, he is someone who can play on both wings with a lot of power and a lot of pace. He has incredible ball control on top of that. Aaron is someone who I think will fit in really well at Goodison.”
“Our fans will see a player who can take people on and be really exciting,” he explained. “Aaron is one of those players that gives you the impression that something is going to happen. From that point of view we are thrilled to welcome him to Everton. We are looking forward to seeing how much he can enjoy his football here, which is the real priority from our point of view.
“You always look at this sort of player at Goodison to bring a real sense of anticipation once they get on the ball. The excitement that they produce is quite unique. I know that the fans will be very keen to see how quickly he fits in with our players and our way of playing.
“I am sure that every Evertonian will agree that Aaron is someone with an incredible pedigree and knowhow, and can have an impact. It is so important to have that experience behind you when settling into a football team like ours and as I say, I think he is ready to create big afternoons at Goodison.”
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