 During his four-year spell with the Sicilian club, Simplício appeared in more than 26 league matches, adding eight UEFA Cup appearances in two separate seasons combined (two goals).In January 2010, his agent Gilmar Rinaldi announced he would not extend his contract with Palermo, set to expire in June.On 1 June 2010, Simplício moved to A.S. Roma on a three-year contract worth €1.8m per season, effective as of 1 July.