Pudsey Bear trains with Romelu Lukaku, Ross Barkley

Children in Need mascot Pudsey Bear joined Everton duo Ross Barkley and Romelu Lukaku in training at the club's Finch Farm training ground.

The annual fundraiser takes place this Friday in support of disabled and vulnerable children and young people in the UK.

"It's great to welcome Pudsey down to the training ground and for the Club to show our support for such an incredible charity," the Daily Mail quotes the Belgian striker as saying.

The pair worked on improving Pudsey's heading technique as well as footwork skills.