Nottingham Forest sign ex-Everton striker Apostolos Vellios on four-year deal

Apostolos Vellios of Everton in action during the preseason friendly match between Austria Wien and FC Everton at the Generali Arena on July 14, 2013
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Nottingham Forest announce the signing of former Everton striker Apostolos Vellios on a four-year deal.

Nottingham Forest have announced the signing of former Everton striker Apostolos Vellios on a four-year contract.

The Greek forward will arrive at the City Ground after spending a season at Iraklis Thessaloniki, where he began his career in 2008.

The 24-year-old, who scored 11 goals in the Greek Super League last season, is no stranger to English football having had spells at Everton and Blackpool.

Vellios had a three-year stint on Merseyside, and was loaned out to Blackpool on a short-term deal before leaving England for Lierse.

After spending a year in Belgium and a year back in his homeland, Vellios has returned to the UK to play in the Championship.

Apostolos Vellios of Everton in action during the preseason friendly match between Austria Wien and FC Everton at the Generali Arena on July 14, 2013
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