The 18-year-old graduate from the Toffees' academy made a significant first-team breakthrough last season, scoring his first senior goal in the FA Cup against Fulham.

Rodwell gained valuable experience as England finished runners-up in the European Under-21 Championships in Sweden and now he hopes to step up a level when the 2009/10 campaign kicks off.

And his manager Moyes is the man who has helped him the most so far.

"He's been amazing. He's a great gaffer to have - he's helped me a lot because I'm young," the midfielder said.

"He puts his trust and faith into the youngsters as you've seen over the past years, which is good for me and good for the youngsters coming through at Everton."