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New Everton Women boss Jean-Luc Vasseur vows to 'write new history and win titles' after Frenchman, who won Women's Champions League with Lyon, replaces Willie Kirk on a two-and-a-half year deal

Everton have confirmed the appointment of former Lyon boss Jean-Luc Vasseur on a two-and-a-half year deal.

Sportsmail reported earlier this month that the Frenchman was set to takeover after Willie Kirk was sacked following a poor start to the season.

‘It’s an honour to be here at Everton, which is such a famous club in England,’ Vasseur told evertontv.

Everton have confirmed the appointment of former Lyon boss Jean-Luc Vasseur

‘I spoke with Sarvar Ismailov [Everton Women Sporting and Commercial Director] and he told me this is a big club with a big history and an amazing future.

‘I’ve come here to write new history with Everton and to win titles.