Jamie Carragher has implored the Everton faithful to fully support talented midfielder Ross Barkley.

Some sections of Toffees fans have become impatient with Barkley's development following his stellar 2013/14 season which preceded a disappointing campaign last term.

However, Barkley started the new campaign in goalscoring fashion with a superb strike in the 2-2 draw at Watford at Goodison Park on Saturday and former Liverpool defender Carragher believes he needs to be given time and patience so he can continue to develop his game in order to become a bona fide Everton star.

"Barkley had a difficult season last season with the crowd, and at the game again on Saturday," Carragher said on Sky Sports' Monday Night Football.

"Some of that crowd need to button it, shut up, and give that kid a chance. He's got great talent.

"He's a local player, coming through the ranks, it's not easy being a local player. I've been there at Liverpool."