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Manuel Fernandes is delighted at his Goodison return - and has set his sights on helping the Blues secure a top four finish.
The Portuguese international completed the paperwork on his loan move from Valencia on Friday but his international clearance was not secured in time for him to play in the victory over Manchester City.
He has now set his sights on Sunday's trip to Wigan and has laid to rest the rumours following last summer's transfer saga.
In an exclusive interview with evertonTV he said: "I am really happy. I was sad when I left in the summer but the most important thing now is that I am here and I want to help the team.
"I heard stories I wanted to leave but that is not true. If that was the case I wouldn't have come back now. It was difficult with a club and a group owning me - that was the difficult part in the negotiations but the important thing now is that I am back.
"Knowing the people and knowing the club played a big part in my decision to come here again. This is the best team for me.
"I hope we can consolidate fourth place. It will be difficult to get up to third but we want to stay as high as possible."
First team opportunities have been limited at Valencia for Fernandes following the appointment of former Dutch international Ronald Koeman.
It has made the welcome he has received from the supporters all the more pleasing.
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Richard Read
Sign the lad permanent in the summer. All the supporters want it and so does he. £12 million is an investment for a 21 year old as good as Manny. Another step in the right direction. Well done.
Agree with Richard?
Friday 18th Jan 2008 22:55