Wednesday 15 February 2017 17:52, UK
Everton manager Ronald Koeman is encouraged by Ademola Lookman's early performances and feels he provides a good example for academy players hoping to break into the squad.
Lookman was playing in Sky Bet League One for Charlton as recently as Boxing Day but following his January move to Goodison Park, the 19-year-old has settled in quickly and has started the last two Premier League matches.
His career on Merseyside got off to a perfect start when he scored in the 4-0 win over Manchester City on January 15 just two minutes after coming on as a substitute for his debut.
"I'm not surprised because I am watching him in training every day," Koeman, who has taken his squad to Dubai for a training camp, told Everton's official website.
"He now knows what intensity he is up against and the quality of the players around him.
"It's a big challenge for Ademola but he is doing well. He is the future of the club. He's a big, big talent who is working hard to improve, like everybody.
"Ademola is a good example in that if you are good enough you will play and there are others here like him who will get their chance if they keep working hard.
"It's very encouraging. The club has some good, young boys coming through and as a team that's exactly what we want."
