Malick Fofana scored 11 goals and provided six assists in 41 matches for Lyon last season. He is a fast, direct and fearless winger who isolates defenders and is adept at getting the ball into the box. His dribbling is sharp, his decision-making is strong, and he can play on both flanks. Everton have long needed a player like Fofana.

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