Everton’s major shareholder Farhad Moshiri, has just appointed Benitez as new Everton manager making him the first man to have managed both Liverpool and Everton since William Edward Barclay in the 1890s.

The 61-years-old Spaniard has being having numerous meetings with Moshiri, including one in Italy last week, and has now finalised a deal to become Carlo Ancelotti’s successor.

Benitez will arrive at the club’s Finch Farm training base to commence work with the Everton squad on July 5.

Benitez will arrive at the club’s Finch Farm training base to commence work with the Everton squad on July 5.

First team assistant manager Duncan Ferguson and goalkeeping coach Alan Kelly will stay on at the club with the remainder of Benitez’s backroom staff to be confirmed.

Benitez, a manager who has won the Champions League and the Europa League, has been working in the background since he first spoke to the Iranian billionaire three weeks ago.

He will be joined by his long-time ally, Paco de Miguel, who will become Everton’s fitness coach.

It is a decision that will divide fans there have already been negative banners and not receive unanimous backing within the club.

Moshiri has taken charge of the recruitment process ahead of director of football Marcel Brands.