Everton midfielder Donny van de Beek has nominated his preferred position after a successful full debut in victory over Leeds.

Speaking after the Blues' win over Marcelo Bielsa's side, the on-loan Manchester United midfielder explained how although he can play a number of different positions, he believes his best is the 'number eight' role.

“I think I can play in different positions and I like to play in the Premier League as a number eight, box-to-box," Van de Beek told evertontv.

“The manager wants me to bring some quality with the ball, to link-up in midfield. He expects a lot from me and I expect a lot from myself. I am really happy with the first two weeks.

“We knew we had to play better than against Newcastle – and from the training and the people at the Club and what I saw against Leeds and the fans, I am really happy to be here.

“I think we need to put passion in our game, everyone knows we are not in the spot we have to be and it is only one game. It is a long way to go until the end. We have an important game at Southampton on Saturday and have to win it.

“These three points give us confidence and from that we can build and improve."