Ronald Koeman has praised the adjustment and development made by Ademola Lookman since arriving at Everton.
The 19-year-old attacker joined the Toffees from League One club Charlton Athletic in January and has already scored while making two Premier League starts for his new club.
"I'm not surprised because I am watching him in training every day," Koeman told Everton's official website.
"He now knows what intensity he is up against and the quality of the players around him.
"It's a big challenge for Ademola but he is doing well. He is the future of the club. He's a big, big talent who is working hard to improve, like everybody.
"Ademola is a good example in that if you are good enough you will play and there are others here like him who will get their chance if they keep working hard.
"It's very encouraging. The club has some good, young boys coming through and as a team that's exactly what we want."