The 30-year-old former Newcastle and Fulham forward has been offered a two-year contract with the option of a one-year extension.

The France international scored 42 goals during an injury-plagued career at Old Trafford.

Saha’s arrival significantly strengthens Everton’s attacking options and caps off a busy few days for Moyes.

He has signed former Nuremburg player Jacobsen on a free transfer and secured a year-long loan deal for Red Star Belgrade midfielder Castillo.

However, the Scot’s hopes of bringing Juventus’ former Chelsea playmaker Tiago hit the rocks when the player turned down a move to Merseyside.