Newcastle and Everton meet at Murrayfield in August

“A fixture like this in the biggest stadium in the country will help us get the campaign going,” said Everton Manager David Moyes.

“Everton There’s always been a strong connection with Scotland and we know how well our supporters travel, not just from Merseyside but from all over the country.”

Newcastle United Head coach Eddie Howe added: “An exciting test against Premier League opposition at a historic venue such as Murrayfield will play an important role in our pre-season preparations.

“I’m sure our fans will bring a special atmosphere to Edinburgh for a great summer’s day, giving the players a huge lift as we head into the new campaign.”