Everton boss Roberto Martinez has hailed the influence of Gareth Barry on his squad this season.
Martinez is a huge fan of the veteran.
"I think Gareth is the best defensive midfielder in the Premier League. And that's a fact. You have got a lot of investment in that position throughout the league and I haven't seen a better footballer than Gareth Barry.
"And I'm saying a better footballer not a better Englishmen playing that position. He's such a complete footballer. For me, if Gareth was 10 years younger he could become the best defensive midfielder in world football."
