Roberto Martinez: 'Ross Barkley a massive part of Everton'

Everton manager Roberto Martinez has described Ross Barkley as a "massive part" of the squad following the midfielder's decision to sign a new deal with the club.

Barkley, 20, penned a four-year contract extension at Goodison Park on Tuesday afternoon.

The youngster, who joined the Toffees at the age of 11, scored seven goals in 38 games last season.

"It is a four-year deal which reflects his new role and his development. This is as big news as we could get," Martinez told reporters.

"He is still a young man but as it stands he is a massive part of our squad. Ross Barkley is the type of player everyone wants to pay to see."

Barkley has won nine caps for the England national team.