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Kevin Mirallas: 'Ronald Koeman key in contract decision'

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Everton winger Kevin Mirallas admits that manager Ronald Koeman's presence at the club was influential in his decision to sign a new three-year deal with the Toffees.

Everton winger Kevin Mirallas has suggested that coach Ronald Koeman was instrumental in his decision to sign a new three-year deal at the club.

The Belgian international secured his place at the Toffees until at least 2020 on Friday, and the 29-year-old has since revealed that Koeman's drive at the helm greatly influenced his decision to remain at Goodison Park.

"The manager was a very important part in my decision to sign a new contract because he believes in my qualities," Mirallas said in a statement.

"I have spoken with the manager and I know he wants more from me - more assists, more goals, more consistency. I will work hard for that and hope to play even better next season.

"I think I need to be more consistent in games. All my family and friends say, 'You need to do more, you need to do more,' and I will work hard to achieve that."

Everton currently occupy seventh spot in the Premier League standings with two games remaining.

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