Everton officially announced that the team has signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with Ukrainian left-back Miklenko, which expires in June 2026. Transfer fees and other fees are reported to be up to £17 million.
The 22-year-old Has played 21 times for the Ukrainian national team so far and is a very important member of the team, participating in Euro 2020 with the team and reaching the quarter-finals. Prior to joining Everton, Miklenko played for Dynamo Kiev, where he made 132 appearances, scoring seven goals and assisting 20 times
On joining Everton, Miklenko said: "Coming to Everton was the most important step in my life, I always dreamed of being able to play in the Premier League and I think it's a great fit for me. ”
"I'm 22 years old, but I don't feel like a young player, I have a lot of European experience and hope to continue to improve myself. I'm excited to have the opportunity to play in front of the home fans, I've watched the last few home games and the fans are fantastic. ”
"Modern football requires defenders to be able to attack and defend well, and I consider myself an all-rounder who can run back and forth on the flanks. And what is more important as a player is the desire to win and the dedication, I will bring these qualities to the team. Hopefully getting used to the game here won't take too long. ”
"Now I feel good, it's important for me to be able to communicate with the team, the coach and the fans, here I need to learn the language, understand the culture of the city, the country and the club and I will try to do my best. I think at Everton, under the leadership of the club's traditional culture and ambition, I will be a great player. ”
（vivian）