Bily close to Russian return

Everton have agreed a deal with Spartak Moscow for winger Diniyar Bilyaletdinov, the Russian club have announced.

The 26-year-old Russia international will now undergo a medical ahead of a potential move back to his homeland.

A statement on the club's website, www.spartak.com, read: "Spartak have reached an agreement in principle with the English [club] Everton and 26-year-old midfielder Diniyar Bilyaletdinov for a transfer to our club. The contract will be signed after the medical examination."

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