Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti has showered praise on his defenders, and especially Michael Keane.
The Toffees find themselves sixth in the Premier League table, five points behind leaders Manchester United with a game in hand.
Ancelotti’s side are in superb form at the moment, having won five of their last six matches.
The Toffees boss believes that his team’s recent success is based on solid defensive foundation, and has identified Keane as a key figure.
Everton won 2-1 away to Wolverhampton Wanderers in their last game, where Keane scored a second-half winner.