Andre Gomes admits rejoining permanently Everton was an ‘easy decision’.
Gomes returned to Goodison Park on Tuesday in a £22 million deal after impressing for Marco Silva’s side during a season-long loan from Barcelona.
The Portugal international became an integral figure in the Blues’ midfield and made 29 appearances after overcoming an early-season hamstring injury.
After committing his future to the blue half of Merseyside until summer 2024, Gomes outlined his hopes for the second chapter of his Everton career.
He said: “Last year was a really good experience for me. I just wanted to feel part of something special and I found it here.
“It was good for me in that moment and right now, after signing for Everton, it’s even better.
“I think the ambition from the club is not only for me, I think it’s for all the players and the fans. We are all excited about that.
“I hope in the seasons to come we can enjoy more good football and win trophies. That’s what we all want.”
Silva revealed that re-signing his compatriot was among Everton’s top priorities this summer.
“Andre was a really important player for us last season and I think we were really able to help him, too,” said Silva.
“It was a good decision to bring Andre to the club and we made it one of our priorities to get him back.
“What Andre learned about the club, our fans and our vision convinced him that this is where he wants to play his football and I know he shares the big ambitions that we have going forward.”