Everton finalised the signing of Charly Alcaraz from Flamengo shortly before the transfer deadline and sources have shed light on why things took so long.

Carlos Alcaraz has become the first transfer signing of David Moyes' second spell as Everton manager after completing his loan move from Flamengo

The loan move also contains an obligation to buy providing Alcaraz, 22, makes an undisclosed number of league starts.

Everton have signed Argentine midfielder Carlos Alcaraz on loan from Flamengo for the remainder of the season.

Everton enter the final day of the transfer window in the hope of strengthening the squad. The club is close to signing attacking midfielder Carlos Alcaraz, who had a medical scheduled with the Blues on Sunday.

Everton finally announce the signing of midfielder Carlos Alcaraz. It took a deal sheet to get it done, but here we go! Speaking after he completed the formalities of signing for the Toffees, the Argentine said - “I am very happy to join Everton,

Everton are looking at a move for a new defender for David Moyes as they look to continue their good form in the Premier League in the second half of the campaign, according to a fresh report. Despite a third consecutive win and four goals scored in their thrashing of Leicester City,