After their impressive 3-0 victory over Sunderland, Everton No2 Steve Round said they're targeting a top four finish.

He said: "We are very pleased with six points over the festive period, we did well on Boxing Day (at Middlesbrough) and we deserved the three points here as well.

"We have some momentum, we are in a good run of form and we are staying in touch with the top clubs. If we can keep this going until March then we will be in contention for top six and Champions League.

"Top six is our target, it always is. If we can do that, can we get into the Champions League? If we don't it will not be through a lack of trying or ambition.

"We do not have the finances to compete with the big boys, but we try to get there on organisation and spirit. And adding quality when we can.

"We don't feel this is a bonus considering our poor early form and now the injuries, we all feel this is where we deserve to be. We are getting the rewards for our hard work."