Watford captainTroy Deeney has claimed that Everton's defender John Stones is the best player he has faced in the Premier League so far.

The 21-year-old has been impressive for the Toffees this season and has already cemented his place alongside Phill Jagielka in the heart of the Merseyside club's defence.

When asked who the best player he has faced this season, Deeney told talkSPORT in no uncertain terms: "John Stones. For his age, the way he read the game, his athleticism and he can play as well.

"Considering all the stuff that was surrounding him, with all the national press and attention, and to make only a couple of mistakes in the game - I thought he was top draw."