Newcastle complete signing of Everton free agent Dan Gosling

22 July 2010 14:59
Newcastle have sealed the signing of Dan Gosling after his controversial exit from Everton.[LNB]The highly-rated England Under 21 midfielder quit Goodison Park on a free transfer after taking advantage of a loophole in his contract.[LNB]And Newcastle have pounced to bring him to St James' Park on a four-year deal.[LNB]He said: 'It's a brilliant move for me. Now that the deal is done I just can't wait to get started.[LNB] New home: Gosling at Newcastle's training ground after signing from Everton[LNB]'I've played at St. James' Park before and know all about the amazing atmosphere. Playing there in a black and white shirt is something I've thought about already and it will be a great day when I finally get to walk out in front of 50,000 people.[LNB]New arrival: Gosling is Toon boss Chris Hughton's second summer signing[LNB]'The gaffer Chris Hughton and all of the lads have been great with me and made me feel really welcome since I arrived and hopefully I can repay the faith that they've shown in me.'[LNB]Hughton added: 'We're delighted to have signed Dan. He's the right age and the profile that he has is what makes it such an appealing capture for us.[LNB]'He's young but has Premier League experience and he's someone who can continue to develop his game.[LNB]'We see him as a high-energy player and a player that can play from box-to-box, but he's also a young player with experience, so he won't be phased by what is ahead of him.'[LNB]Gosling, who won his Premier League tribunal against Everton to secure his release after they failed to make a written contract offer, is currently out with a serious knee injury. [LNB]He is expected to be back in action by December and is Newcastle's second summer signing following the recent arrival of Nottingham Forest midfielder James Perch.[LNB]Taking off: Everton were angry about losing hot prospect Gosling[LNB]  Gosling awaits Everton appeal against departure as he eyes Newcastle switchTottenham will use Lisbon friendly to strike deal for Toon target DjaloCarroll's No 9 dream comes true as Newcastle striker lands famous jerseyNEWCASTLE UNITED FC

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