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Silva's philosophy part of the Everton lure for Digne

The mentality and philosophy of coach Marco Silva was a big part of what lured Lucas Digne to Everton from Barcelona.

Digne was never a regular starter in his two years at Camp Nou, featuring from the beginning in just eight LaLiga outings last term and he was subsequently allowed to leave.

Several clubs were linked with Digne, who had already featured for Lille, Paris Saint-Germain, Roma and Barca despite being just 25, but Everton were ultimately his chosen destination.

"The project and the coach," Digne told Sky Sports when asked what made him join Everton.