Tim Cahill sad to leave 'tremendous' Everton

Tim Cahill has admitted that leaving Everton was the most difficult decision of his career.

Cahill has agreed to leave Goodsion Park to join the New York Red Bulls as they aim to win their first ever Major League Soccer championship.

The Australian midfielder told the club's official website: "I want to thank everyone at Everton, from the club to the tremendous supporters.

"It has been a privilege to be an Everton player for the past eight years and it was a very difficult decision to leave. I will always support Everton and I wish the club the best of luck in the future."

The 32-year-old made 278 appearances for Everton over eight years on Merseyside.