Leicester boss Pearson tipping stardom for Everton youngster Vaughan

Everton striker James Vaughan has been tipped for success by Leicester City boss Nigel Pearson.

Pearson, who took the 21-year-old on a month-long loan deal to the Walker stadium last week, has already seen signs that Vaughan can be a star.

The deal could be extended until the end of the season, and Pearson has been impressed with the striker’s attitude after he was introduced as a substitute on Saturday.

He said: “I think we will have to ease him in, but his character is such that there are no half measures with him.

“I think you can see straight away he is such a brave character and plays so wholeheartedly that it has probably contributed to his injury problems, but you don't want to change that in him.

“I think he will be great for us and I think you can see his aggression, his pace and his power. I am sure he will be a player who will bring something a little different.

“I know he only played for half an hour on Saturday and probably stiffened up towards the end. He has a great future in the game and, if he can play a significant role for us, it will not only be good for us but also for him.”