Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti has welcomed last week's arrival of former Norwich City defender Ben Godfrey.

Ancelotti admits Godfrey could be an option for the derby against Liverpool as he praised the defender's qualities upon his arrival from Norwich City.

“Godfrey is a a really talented player," Ancelotti said.

“He is really fast, very quick. He has different characteristics from the centre-backs we have in this moment.

“He is a complete defender, fast, good with his head and good with the ball. He has all the quality to be a really good centre-back.

"He has experience in the Premier League. He was really happy to come here.

“I think he will be a good signing, not only for the present because I think he is ready to play in the Premier League, but also for the future of the Club.

“If he is fit, he is going to be in competition with the others [for the game against Liverpool]."