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Everton manager Roberto Martinez praises Ross Barkley

01 October 2013 - 13:40

Everton manager Roberto Martinez has praised the club's young midfielder Ross Barkley following his impressive performance during Monday's 3-2 win over Newcastle United at Goodison Park in the Premier League.

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The 19-year-old England International scored a goal for the Toffees, as the club kept their unbeaten run to the season. <br /><br />Martinez told BBC Sport :<em>"Ross is a diamond of English football, but he still has a long way to go.<br /><br />"Barkley is the sort of player who controls things in midfield, and that is unusual in a player his age. I think he is an exceptional ambassador, not only for Everton but English football as a whole."</em><br /><br />Everton are currently placed fourth in the Premier League table.

Written by Sri Aswin