Everton defender Michael Keane is adamant he's a better player for a tough first season at Goodison Park.

Keane moved from Burnley last summer for £25m.

“Life's a lot easier when things are going well and everyone's positive and you're confident," said Keane.

“It's when things are going bad that you learn things, about yourself and about your team-mates, and people help you through it.

“These are experiences I don't want to go through again but will stand me in good stead.

“If something like this starts to happen again I would hope to know what to do to get myself out of it earlier ... just little things like that.

“Obviously it's been a disappointing season but it has been a massive learning curve and I think in the future it can only make me a better player."