Everton transfer news: Donny van de Beek joins on loan from Man Utd

Everton have signed Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek on loan until the end of the season.

Van de Beek was allowed to leave Old Trafford by interim boss Ralf Rangnick after struggling for game time.

Crystal Palace were also interested in the Dutchman, while there were also enquiries from abroad.

However, Van de Beek, 24, has elected to link up with Frank Lampard, who was confirmed as Everton's new manager earlier on Monday.

Van de Beek has started only four Premier League matches since joining United from Ajax for £35m in 2020, none of which have been this season.

Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal has told him he needs regular game time to be considered for the squad for the World Cup, which begins in November.

Van de Beek will bolster the midfield of Everton's injury-stricken squad, with Tom Davies, Abdoulaye Doucoure and Fabian Delph all sidelined until March.

Everton are 16th, just four points above the relegation zone.