Everton manager Roberto Martinez has hailed midfielder Ross Barkley following his impressive performance in the 3-0 win over Newcastle United.
The 22-year-old scored a couple of penalties in his 100thPremier League appearance of his career as the Toffees dominated proceedings to see off the challenge if the Magpies.
Barkley was dominant throughout and his performance was lauded by Martinez who feels the England international is really coming of age, as evidenced by his panenka penalty to wrap it up at 3-0.
"[100 Premier League appearances] is a remarkable landmark for someone of his age," said Martinez.
"I think last year and the season before that, Ross was a young man with enormous potential. Today he showed that he is not a young man anymore - he is still young in terms of age, but in footballing terms he is someone who is ready to lead a team. He has been very consistent all season.
"His decision making has gone to a different level and I don't think he's just a player with potential anymore, he is an important player for us and represents Everton fantastically well.
"The second penalty shows he is a confident young man with incredible technical ability."
