Dele Alli reveals ‘good conversations’ with Frank Lampard over Everton transfer

Dele Alli says talks with Frank Lampard were a huge factor behind his decision to join Everton from Tottenham.

The 25-year-old made the move to Goodison Park on deadline day, with Everton signing the midfielder on a free transfer but could pay up to £40 million in performance-related add-ons.

Alli has been unable to secure a regular role in Spurs’ side following Antonio Conte’s arrival and is now looking to reignite his career under Lampard.

Speaking after completing his move, Alli revealed that the prospect of playing under Lampard helped convince him to join Everton.

‘I’m very excited, a bit tired from the long day but we got there in the end. I’m delighted,’ Alli told Sky Sports News.

‘I’ve had a few good conversations with him [Lampard] already, he’s a player I admired through his whole career watching him.

‘I’m pleased to work with him, it’s very exciting, I’m sure we can do great things together.

‘I just want to be happy playing football. Working with Lampard, and the great players Everton have got, is a great opportunity for me to do that.

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‘I’m excited to go there, show the fans what I can do, and help the club as much as I can.’

Everton also completed a loan deal for Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek on deadline day.

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