Everton defender Joseph Yobo has confirmed he will sign his new contract by the end of the week.

While Yobo, 25, has stalled on signing the four-year deal, Everton have signed Joleon Lescott from Wolves and given David Weir a new one-year deal.

The Nigerian international told the Daily Post: "I had made up my mind to stay long before the end of the season.

"It wasn't about money, I just wanted certain commitments and I can confirm I'm going to sign a new contract."