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Wyness allays transfer fears

Everton will have the squad depth they need before the start of the season, according to chief executive Keith Wyness.

Heading into hectic domestic and UEFA Cup campaigns, they have sealed only one major signing during the summer - £4million midfielder Phil Jagielka from Sheffield United, but Wyness has told supporters not to get too anxious.

He said: "Some transfer windows develop early, some develop late. We will have the bodies and the faces in before the start of the season. We are very active in a lot of things behind the scenes."

South Africa midfielder Steven Pienaar is following Jagielka to Goodison Park on a 12-month loan deal from Borussia Dortmund, subject to a work permit.

Pienaar, 25, moved to the Bundesliga from Ajax in 2006 and has made 25 appearances for the club.

He signed a three-year deal with Dortmund, taking the number 10 shirt vacated by Arsenal-bound Tomas Rosicky.

Wyness is mindful of the need for strength in depth and believes the Premier League will be tougher than ever next season.

He said: "It is going to be an exciting season and probably the most competitive season in the league's history. A lot of clubs have strengthened in different ways with new ownership."

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