Former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has taken charge of Everton, the Toffees' official website confirms.
The Spanish specialist has signed a three-year deal with Everton who have been looking for a new boss since Carlo Ancelotti left for Real Madrid over three weeks ago.
“I am delighted to be joining Everton," Benitez said in an official statement.
"Throughout this process I have been greatly impressed by the ambition shown by the senior representatives at the Club and their desire to bring success to this historic Club.
“I believe this is a Club that is going places. I’m determined to play a big part in helping this great Club achieve its ambitions.”
Benitez was Liverpool manager from 2004 to 2010, winning four trophies, including the Champions League in 2005. He's the first manager to coach both Liverpool and Everton since 1892.
