Everton youngster Jarrad Branthwaite is setting his sights on grabbing a first team spot.

The talented defender was on loan at PSV Eindhoven in the Dutch Eredivisie last term.

Branthwaite now wants to make it a go of being a first team player at Goodison Park this term.

Branthwaite told the club website: “For me, I know I need to come in, have a strong pre-season and secure a place for next season.

“I have got the experience I need to come back and get into the team. Overall, I need to have a strong pre-season and go from there."

PSV had been hoping to secure the defender, but appear to have given up on that transfer.