EvertonRonald Koeman is adamant they'll compete for the top four next season.

Koeman is confident Everton can challenge for Champions League qualification this time next year.

"I think we can make the next step next season," he said. "If we can move on and get in what we want to make the team really strong, I think we can battle with them, yes.

"See the difference between this season and last season - that's the first step. We have the same points now as last season. What more can we show? More ambition, a stronger team more points... everybody knows you can't do this in one year, it takes time.

"How long did it take for Tottenham to really be where they are now? Three or four years. You can't do it one year, and we try to get the best players, but most of them like to play in the Champions League and we are still not playing there."