Everton manager Roberto Martinez has admitted that John Stones has handled himself well after his proposed move to Chelsea fell through.
The 21-year-old defender had a transfer request rejected at Goodison Park after the Blues saw two bids turned down during the summer transfer window.
"We take it as a compliment when clubs are interested in our young players," he told BBC Sport.
"But I thought that once the window was closed, we could concentrate on the games. Any backlash from it, I'm not going to entertain.
"John has gone from strength to strength in a period of high pressure. He's been taking the support of everyone at the club and performed with incredible composure and maturity, which is a sign of the calibre of player he is."
Stones could play when Everton host Chelsea in the Premier League this Saturday.
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