New Everton signing Joao Silva turned down a move to Portuguese top flight runners-up Sporting Club de Braga to join the Toffees.

The 20-year-old, who signed a three-year deal on Merseyside yesterday, was offered a move to Braga, who will play Champions League football next season, but instead chose Everton.

Joao Silva is regarded among the best players for his age in Portugal.