Dominic Calvert-Lewin says Everton's youngsters are improving each other through competition.

The 21-year-old is joined by Tom Davies, Jonjoe Kenny and Ademola Lookman as England youth internationals vying for a regular spot in Marco Silva's side.

"It has been good to experience the things I have over the past year with people of a similar age," said Calvert-Lewin.

"We've all been in it together and we come in to Finch Farm, sit down at the breakfast table and talk about how we can do better and progress.

"We're all close, best mates, really, and we're all honest with each other. We know when we have done well and when we haven't.

"It means a lot to us. We are here to be the best players we can and do the best for Everton.

"We know if things aren't going so well the supporters feel it – and we feel it as well. I certainly do.

"When we are doing well, you feel the joy of the fans and know what it brings them. It makes your weekend, your week.

"We all want to succeed here."