Osman pushing Everton for Chermiti chance

Former Everton midfielder Leon Osman has backed one of the club's summer signings.

There has been a lot of talk about Portuguese youngster Youssef Chermiti this season.

He has yet to score his first league goal for the club, but nearly did so against Manchester United in a 3-0 loss on Sunday.

Speaking on BBC 5 Live, Osman said of Chermiti's impact in the game: We've seen flashes of Youssef Chermiti since he's been at Everton.

He's had a couple of substitute appearances, he's had moments here and there.

That was nearly his best moment in a blue shirt [coming on in the second half and nearly scoring]."