Everton manager Frank Lampard is adamant the Merseyside club can match the ambition of England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford amid interest from Chelsea.

“I feel we can,” said Lampard when asked if Everton could convince Pickford to commit his long-term future to Everton amid interest from Chelsea.

“I don’t think it’s straightforward to look at any individual and understand what their ambitions are.

“Jordan is England’s number one and has secured that position, which has been an amazing achievement because we know how difficult that is.

“He’s played at Everton and was a huge reason why we had a great run towards the end of last season and stayed in the league.

“Everyone knows Jordan was a massive part of that. I don’t want to speak for him but Jordan feels very happy at this club. That’s the impression I get.

“We are a huge club with a big history and big ambition and he is a big part of that.

“Maybe I was fortunate to play Champions League a lot but when I felt comfortable at a club I came in with a smile on my face every day and I looked forward to every game and if Jordan feels like that and we can match each other’s ambitions, I don’t see that as a problem.”