Everton have re-signed midfielder James McCarthy to a five-year deal.

The 24-year-old has impressed since arriving at Goodison Park from Wigan Athletic two seasons ago and has been rewarded with a long-term contract that will keep him at the club until 2020.

The Republic of Ireland international said he was 'delighted' to have secured his future at the club.

"I'm buzzing and delighted to be committing my future long-term to Everton," McCarthy told evertonfc.com.

"I've loved every minute I've been here, with the fans having made me feel so welcome from day one, as well as the players and staff.

"This is a brilliant club with a brilliant fan base and what we want to try to do is bring some success here and push forward.

"The gaffer is trying to build a team and a squad for the long-term and I'm excited to be a part of that and to be a part of this team."