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Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Romelu Lukaku from Everton.
The 24-year-old has signed a five-year deal with the option for a further year, and will join the squad for pre-season training in LA.
"I would like to start by thanking Everton and the fans for the last four wonderful seasons, I have made some special friends and we have shared some amazing moments,” the Belgian international told the club’s website.
#RedRom
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 10, 2017
Our latest box office signing is Made for Manchester: @RomeluLukaku9! https://t.co/q2QG4SEGvn pic.twitter.com/cr7N5zOmZK
“However, when Manchester United and Jose Mourinho come knocking at the door it is an opportunity of a lifetime and one that I could not turn down.
“You could see the fight, determination and the spirit in this team during the Europa League final and I want to become a part of that.
“I cannot wait to run out at Old Trafford in front of 75,000 fans but before that pre-season is where the hard work starts and I am looking forward to that first training session."
Lukaku netted 25 Premier League goals last season for Everton, a tally only bettered by Tottenham's Harry Kane, who scored 29 times.
The striker, who has also scored 20 goals for Belgium, rejected a new contract at Everton in March and will reunite with United manager Jose Mourinho, under whom he served at Chelsea.
Welcome to United, @RomeluLukaku9! #RedRom pic.twitter.com/lVSuKPxv5C
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 10, 2017
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