Colombia defender Yerry Mina signs for Fiorentina after Everton release

Former Everton defender Yerry Mina has been snapped up by Serie A club Fiorentina.

Born in Guachene, Colombia on 23 September 1994, Mina has acquired European experience with Barcelona and more recently Everton, where he made 86 Premier League appearances and scored seven goals before being released on a free transfer.

Italian media reports say Mina has signed a one-year deal with an option for a second year if certain conditions are met.

The 28-year-old also has 40 Colombia caps to his name.

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