Everton have confirmed that they have appointed Ronald Koeman as manager, replacing Roberto Martinez.The Toffees new boss has signed a three-year contract at Goodison Park, for a reported £6 million-a-year salary.

"I am very excited to be Everton manager. I believe in the club, in the team, in the fans and in our ability to achieve things in the future," said the 53-year-old.

OFFICIAL: #EFC is pleased to confirm the appointment of manager @RonaldKoeman on a 3-year contract! #WelcomeRonaldhttps://t.co/fDdNUsO9Mf

— Everton (@Everton) June 14, 2016

Koeman took over at Southampton two years ago after previous spells with Ajax, PSV, Feyenoord, Benfica and Valencia.

Chairman Bill Kenwright said in a club statement:

"We are really pleased to have secured the man who was our number one target from the moment we set out to appoint a new manager. "Ronald has such a strong track record in the game, instantly commanding respect for what he achieved as a player and for his qualities and accomplishments as a manager. The hopes and aspirations that we all have as Evertonians are with him, as is our total support at board, shareholder and fan level."

Southampton had confirmed earlier on Tuesday that they had accepted Koeman's resignation - the second time in three years that they have had a highly successful manager poached by a richer club.
 

#SaintsFC can confirm it has accepted the resignation of manager @RonaldKoeman, ahead of his appointment at #EFC. pic.twitter.com/Mip9c13Xvw

— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) June 14, 2016

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