Everton youngster impressed in Europa League victory.
Everton moved one step closer to the Europa League group stages with a qualifying victory against Hadjuk Split.
Goals from Michael Keane and Idrissa Gueye earned Ronald Koeman’s side a 2-0 victory.
The match saw youngster Ademola Lookman handed his first start of the season, having managed only eight minutes in the previous round against Ruzomberok.
Last night was important for the 19-year-old, who began the game like a player possessed as he sought to make an impact.
Playing out wide the teenager caused problems for the Croatian side as he linked up well with right-back Cuco Martina.
He was willing to run with the ball and shoot at goal, and made a good case to earn further opportunities.
In his first start of the season this was important for the teenager considering how competition for places has surged since he signed in January.
Along with Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Lookman is showing Everton should keep faith with their young players despite the money they have available.
Championship side Derby County were reportedly keen to sign him on loan, The Sun reported, but there is surely little chance Everton would want to let him leave now.
Here is a look at how Everton fans reacted on Twitter to Lookman’s performance…
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