Yerry Mina has talked up the vision of Everton teammate James Rodriguez.

The 29-year-old, on loan from Real Madrid, has excited Everton supporters with his passing and creativity this season.

And Mina sees something special in his fellow Colombian, telling AS:"Many doubted his quality, but he has shown that he is a top player.

"He trains well, eats well, spends all day thinking about things that will improve him. In one day with him you realise that he is a top professional.

"I have learned a lot from him and I want to continue learning, on and off the pitch. We are always together and I take the opportunity to observe and learn.

"He has the advantage that before receiving the ball he already knows where to play it and that gives us enormous agility in the attacks.

"It has brought us closer together in terms of speed for the transition. In addition, he always wants to win and that is also contributing to the character of the team."