Everton move for Funes and Lennon

The 24-year-old defender, capped once by Argentina, has signed a five-year contract.

"When I heard about Everton's interest, I didn't think twice," Funes told the Everton website. "My agent told me about this opportunity and Everton did everything to bring me over and I wanted to come.

"I feel happy because the people here have shown me a lot of love and I'm very happy and comfortable here already.

"I saw the people at Goodison Park and I saw they were a family and all cheering the players and obviously I liked that atmosphere. Hopefully I can fit straight into the group, we can get along and do big things here."

Funes will provide cover for Phil Jagielka and Chelsea target John Stones following the departures of Sylvain Distin and Antolin Alcaraz.

Chelsea are believed to have made three bids for England defender Stones during the transfer window, which closed on Tuesday, but Everton chairman Bill Kenwright has declared that he is not for sale.

Everton also announced that winger Aaron Lennon has joined the club on a three-year deal, having spent part of last season at Goodison Park on loan from Tottenham Hotspur.

"We are delighted to welcome Aaron back to Everton," said Everton manager Roberto Martinez. "We know we are getting a player our fans know inside-out.

"He had a major role in the second half of our season and we're looking forward to Aaron kicking on and continuing to enjoy his football, as well as being the productive player we know he can be."

Lennon, 28 and a former England international, has joined for an undisclosed fee.