England U20 international of Nigerian ancestry Ademola Lookman says Charlton manager Karl Robinson played a key role behind his decision to join Everton ahead of his other suitors.

The exciting winger was linked with possible moves to Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham and Southampton before he penned a four-and-a-half-year contract with the Toffees in the January transfer window.

Speaking to Everton matchday programme, Lookman said : ““Karl spoke to me about Everton and gave me an insight into the club..

“He told me that it was a very good club to go to and that they would develop me as a player and a person.

“Karl really did a lot for me in the short space of time I worked with him. I appreciated everything he has done for me.”

Lookman could make his debut for Everton when they host Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon.

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