Borussia Dortmund have confirmed that Everton are poised to make the loan move of South African Steven Pienaar permanent following talks between the two sides.
Pienaar has impressed during a loan spell at Goodison Park and now looks set to make his loan switch into a permanent one.
The Borussia Dortmund midfielder is still under contract at BVB but General manager believes both Everton and Pienaar are keen to cement their association.
"Steven Pienaar wants to stay at Everton" said Borussia chief Michael Zorc. "There are clear signals that the club will take up their option to buy him."
The 25 year old has already made 27 appearances for Everton despite missing several games while away at the African Cup of Nations in January.
It is believed Everton can sign the former Ajax man for a fee of around £2 million.
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