Crocked Everton striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni is backing his teammates for a top five finish this season.

The Nigeria international told the club's website: "It is sad I can't help the team at the moment. But they are doing very well and we have got a slight chance to be in the Champions League.

"But to finish in the top five will be very good for us. Hopefully the final phase of my rehabilitation will be good, and next season we will fight for a top four finish."