'I like to dribble, show skills and get fans out of their seats'

Iliman Ndiaye has said he is the type of player who likes to "get fans out of their seats" after his move from Marseille to Everton was confirmed on Wednesday.

The 24-year-old striker told Everton's club media: "The main reasons I wanted to join were how big the club is, its history and the part I can play in helping the team in the forward direction it is going in. I'm so excited and can't wait to get going.

"Kevin [Thelwell, director of football] and the manager [Sean Dyche] both spoke to me and made me feel wanted. My Senegal team-mate Idrissa [Gana Gueye] also played a part and spoke highly of the club and a lot of good things.

"As a player, I like to dribble, show skills and get fans out of their seats. I want to score goals and get assists but I also like to work hard. I love running, chasing the ball and getting the team high up the pitch. As a striker, you're the first defender. I love doing that bit.

"I want to come in and carry on from the team's progress last season. I feel like I'll be ready to help and I just want to give it my all to get this club higher up the table."

Senegal international Ndiaye scored four goals in 46 appearances for Marseille last season, having moved to the French club from Sheffield United last summer.