Northern Ireland midfielder Sean McAllister has signed a new contract with Everton which will tie him down to the Toffees until the end of June, 2024.
The former Dungannon Swifts youngster joined the Merseyside club in the summer of 2019 and has developed into a highly-rated prospect.
Known for his versatility across a number of positions, the midfield man also turned out as right-back for the Under-21s in their 1-1 derby draw with Liverpool on Sunday when he also captained the side.
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The 20-year-old has made 14 Premier League 2 appearances this season, plus a further two in the EFL Cup, registering three goals and seven assists.
After putting pen to paper on his new deal, McAllister told evertontv: “I’m feeling great.
“It’s a pleasure to sign. I have loved life at the club since I arrived and I have been made to feel very welcome.”
McAllister returned from injury in February and has gone on to be a mainstay in Paul Tait’s Under 21 side. He has started each of Everton's past six matches, captaining the team twice.
McAllister says he relishes the prospect of working with the first team again under Sean Dyche.
He said: “Taity’s been brilliant with me since I arrived. I had him as my Under-18s coach and in the second year he made me captain.
“That’s something he has done again with the Under-21s across recent games. It’s great to be working under him.
“I have trained a few times with the senior side, and I hope to get a few more in. But I want to keep impressing with the Under-21s and maybe get a loan deal if one comes, too.”
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