Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite says he's ready for the next step.
The defender has put pen-to-paper on a new three-and-a-half year contract with the club, keeping him at Goodison Park until June 2025.
The centre-back believes he has learned a lot from his time away from the Blues, and he is relishing the challenge presented by Everton's competition in his position.
“The loan was challenging but very good for my development," added Branthwaite.
“I developed my maturity level at Blackburn and enjoyed my time there.
“The injury was very frustrating, I missed the end of the season, then pre-season at Everton when the new manager came, which sets you back a bit.
“But my aim was to get fully fit and show the manager what I could do.
“The centre-backs are challenging each other every day, trying to perform to our best, helping each other out and, for me, trying to get in the team.
“My first day training with the first team was a massive jump and training with good players every day and learning new things has been brilliant.
“I have matured a lot in my game and developed new skills."
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