Everton have signed Monaco right-back Djibril Sidibe on a season-long loan deal to compete with Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman for the position.
The 27-year-old becomes the sixth new arrival at Goodison Park this summer after goalkeeper Jonas Lossl, midfielders Andre Gomes, Fabian Delph and Jean-Philippe Gbamin, and striker Moise Kean.
"Djibril has fantastic experience, winning titles and playing many matches in a competitive league," Toffees boss Marco Silva told the club website.
"He is a World Cup winner and he has the hunger to achieve much more in his career."
Silva continued: "It is important to have different options in each position and with Djibril and Seamus we now have two high-quality right-backs.
"Djibril has also shown to me he has a real desire to play for Everton and be part of the big things we are trying to create."
Sidibe was an integral part of Monaco's Ligue 1 title-winning team in 2016-17. During his time at the club he contributed directly to 27 goals - scoring six - in 114 games.
"Djibril is a strong defender, which is the most important thing to play in our back line," said Silva. "He also has the capacity to attack, crossing and linking with his team-mates. He showed with many assists at Monaco how he can help his team at both ends of the pitch."
Sidibe said it was a simple decision to leave France and link up with the Toffees.
"I was very happy to hear a historic and big club like Everton was thinking of signing me," he said.
"It was very easy for me. I did not have to reflect for too long before making my decision to come here.
"Everton are recruiting with the intent to win trophies and play on the biggest stage. I am 100% motivated and ready to help the club achieve its goals and to achieve my own individual goals."
