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Bernard has discussed just how important the Everton fanbase is to the side in the latest edition of the St Domingo shirtzine.

The Brazilian winger was modelling the club's new "Living Coral" away shirt, which got its first outing during the 0-0 stalemate with Wigan Athletic on Wednesday evening.

And the 26-year-old is clearly enjoying life on Merseyside after completing a move to Goodison Park on a free transfer last summer.

Bernard is looking to kick on after finding good form at the end of last term, and he knows how important the Evertonians will be in helping him and his teammates perform.

He said: "It's huge for us, Everton has a fanbase that has a huge passion for the Club. It hit me straight away, to be honest.

"We know how important success is for them and it helps intensify each game for us all the time.

"When we feel they are by our side, we play well and whenever we have lost, we feel they are backing us up.

"Their support and that connection is something we really want to have."

The winger had his doubters because of his size when he was a youngster.

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But Bernard has always been thankful for the support of his parents throughout his career.

"He was always there, I've always had huge motivation from him," the 26-year-old added.

"There were times I had a few moments of doubt, when I thought I was going to give up, and he was always there to guide me. He always knew my potential.

"For me to arrive to where I am now, my parents have been hugely influential and have done everything to help me achieve my best."

Bernard has also discussed his love of Brazilian cuisine, and how hard it has been for him to come by since his move to the UK.

The winger remarked: "Acai [a South American berry] is something I have found in a Brazilian supermarket in Manchester. I have been going there whenever I can!

"We've not yet had it at the training ground, but one day one of the cooks did feijoada [a stew of beans with beef and pork, often considered Brazil's national dish].

"Richarlison and I really appreciated that: the one thing you always miss from home is the food."

Lucky supporters can once again get their hands on the limited-edition St Domingo away kit shirtzine - with Volume 2 celebrating the fans who travel far and wide to support the club.

Only 1,000 copies of St. Domingo vol. 2 have been printed and will be distributed around key locations in Merseyside. Fans can also keep an eye on Everton’s social media channels to win a copy.