Everton manager Roberto Martinez has insisted that John Stones is focused on playing for the club.

The 21-year-old defender, who has been heavily linked with a move to Chelsea, had a transfer request turned down by the Toffees on Thursday.

Despite speculation over Stones's future at Goodison Park, Martinez has backed the England international to be fully committed to Everton.

"He is in the the perfect environment and at the right football club," the Spaniard told the club's official website. "The fans at one point thought they were going to lose one of their most loved assets. Emotions are going to be high - you are going to be full of feelings that are going to show.

"What's clear now is that the chairman was really strong and has put things really clear. John knows where he is and the fans are going to play an incredible role in settling in and getting his focus on winning football games for Everton."

Everton are back in Premier League action tomorrow when they make the trip to Tottenham Hotspur.