New Everton signing Bernard talks about Richarlison and Ronaldinho

Regarded as a major transfer coup for his new club, the 26-year-old pitched up on Merseyside free of charge after Everton beat off competition from the likes of AC Milan to secure his signing. 

The diminutive attacker's contract at Shaktar Donetsk had run down, allowing him the pick of his suitors to join on a Bosman. 

Bernard has had to deal with the limelight from an early age, having won the Copa Libertadores by the age of 20 and replacing Neymar for a World Cup semi-final at 21. 

Although that game ended in a disastrous 7-1 loss, new boss Marco Silva will be hoping that the Atletico Miniero youth product will be able to pass on his wisdom to young compatriot Richarlison.

Speaking to 'MailOnline' the 14 time capped international said of the up and coming prodigy: ''Richarlison is very young but he has a lot to offer and is going through a really good phase at the moment. What's significant is he has the character for football. He has no fear of playing. He has played for the Brazilian national team this season and performed very well in every game.''

When he was younger Bernard played with his hero - Ronaldinho, and while he does not have quite the same profile as the legendary number 10, he will no doubt hope to inspire his countryman too. 

''Playing with Ronaldinho was important for me. I'm thankful to God for being given the opportunity,'' said the winger, who is equally capable of playing in the same position as his idol.

Although he has not been called up since the humiliating defeat in 2014 he has not given up hope of an international recall, perhaps looking at the example of Tottenham star Lucas Moura. 

''Who knows what can happen?' he asked. ''Right now, I'm focused only on Everton. We have two wins in a row and want to keep on this path.''