Lacina Traore chose a loan move to Everton over West Ham because he prefers the Toffees' style of play.
The Hammers appeared to be the favourites to sign the 23-year old after
they applied for a work permit on his behalf.
However, the 6ft 8in Ivory Coast forward opted
to join Roberto Martinez's side on loan from Monaco for the remainder of the season. The style of Everton suited my technical ability," said Traore.
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho bemoaned West Ham's negativity
in Wednesday's goalless draw in the Premier League and accused Hammers' boss Sam Allardyce of
encouraging "19th-century football".
And Traore said the opportunity to play for a side committed to attacking football was a factor in his decision to move to Goodison Park.
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