The 29-year-old brings his five-year stay at Sao Paulo to an end and the move sees him reunite with his former boss Carlo Ancelotti at Goodison Park. He joins the Toffees on a three-year deal.
The 29-year-old expressed his joy after the move via Everton"s official website, while crediting Carlo Ancelotti for convincing him to undertake a new challenge in the Premier League.
“It is a real pleasure to sign for Everton. I am immensely happy to be here," said the Brazilian.
“I hope, like I have done in my entire career, [that] I contribute with my performances together with my team-mates and that I put in some great games, great performances and win important things.
“It is a club with a rich history in the Premier League, has real ambition and then there is Professor Ancelotti."
“He has done everything possible to bring me here." Allan featured in over 200 appearances for Napoli between 2015 and 2020, 61 of which came under Ancelotti"s stewardship.
In total, the Brazilian made 212 appearances for the Partenopei, scoring 11 times and recording 16 assists to his name.
Allan made his debut for the Brazilian national side in November 2018 and has racked up eight appearances till date.
From Rio de Janeiro to Goodison Park.
Do Rio de Janeiro para o Goodison Park.
Allan"s story so far… #BemVindoAllan pic.twitter.com/iuoHmDIswH
— Everton (@Everton) September 5, 2020
The midfielder will add proper depth and grit to an Everton midfield that lacked in quality in that department last season.
There is more to come from the Toffees still. Asides Allan, the Merseyside club is also closing on deals for Watford"s Abdoulaye Doucoure and James Rodriguez from Real Madrid.
Everton finished in 12th position in the Premier League last season. No doubt, they will be aiming for a higher finish next term.
