Everton have confirmed the signing of Argentine midfielder Carlos “Charly” Alcaraz on loan from Flamengo until the end of the season. The deal includes an option to make the transfer permanent.
Alcaraz, 22, began his professional career with Racing Club in Argentina, where he made a notable impact with 13 goals in 83 appearances. His promising performances caught the attention of Southampton, leading to his transfer to the Premier League in January 2023.
In October 2023, Alcaraz committed his future to Southampton by signing a new five-year contract, extending his stay until 2028. However, seeking more regular first-team opportunities, he embarked on a loan move to Juventus in January 2024. Upon returning to Southampton, he transferred to Flamengo, for approximately €19 million, marking the most expensive transfer in the club’s history.
However, Alcaraz’s tenure at Flamengo did not unfold as hoped, and coupled with the club’s immediate financial considerations and Alcaraz’ desire to return to the Premier League, led Flamengo to loan Alcaraz to Everton. The loan agreement includes a clause that could see the move become permanent.
Carlos Alcaraz: “I am very happy to join Everton, such a great club, with a very good fanbase. I’m very happy and I’m looking forward to start training with my teammates and see the fans at the stadium.
“I am ready for any challenge with this beautiful club so that’s why I came and accepted the offer to keep fighting for my dreams. I want to tell the fans that whenever I wear this shirt, I will give my best, I will give everything I have to take Everton to the top, which is where they deserve to be.”
David Moyes: Moyes said: “We’re happy Carlos has agreed to join us on loan until the end of the season.
“We’ve been looking to add players to the squad to give us more depth, particularly after the recent injuries we’ve picked up.
“Carlos has Premier League experience, he’s still young and we believe he can bring some energy to the team which will help us between now and the end of the season.”