Striker returns to Everton

Wednesday, 19/10/2011

Scotland striker James McFadden has returned to Everton.

The hitman, released by Birmingham City in the summer, has trained, played in a reserve fixture and earnt himself a contract until the end of the season.

The 28-year-old has struggled with a knee injury after surgery earlier this year.

McFadden said: "I am coming here to get fit, get playing and try to enjoy my football and hopefully secure a longer-term contract."

Everton first signed McFadden from Motherwell for £1.25m in 2003. He was sold to Birmingham for £5m in January 2008 but did not play last season.

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