Having enjoyed a five-year grounding in European football in Ukraine after breaking through at Atletico Miniero in Brazil, Bernard now embarks on a fresh challenge at Everton.
From training alongside Brazilian legend Ronaldinho, to winning a trio of league titles at Shakhtar Donetsk, the 25-year-old developed into one of the most sought-after midfielders in European football this summer.
We’ve trawled through the diminutive schemer’s background to pick out five things you should know about the Blues’ latest addition.
Winning Mentality
Bernard, it’s safe to say, is used to winning. He leaves Shakhtar with a plethora of medals including three league titles and a trio of Ukrainian Cups.