James Tarkowski completes free transfer switch to Everton

The 29-year-old’s arrival at Goodison had been anticipated after his contract at Turf Moor expired

James Tarkowski has joined Everton on a four-year contract (Martin Rickett/PA)

Everton have made their first signing of the summer with former Burnley defender James Tarkowski joining on a free transfer.

The 29-year-old’s arrival had been anticipated after his contract at Turf Moor expired on Thursday, and he has now signed a four-year deal at Goodison Park.