Arsenal duo Aaron Ramsey and Mikel Arteta Photo: Mikel Arteta/Instagram

Mikel Arteta has warned England not to put too much pressure on Everton youngster Ross Barkley at this summer’s World Cup.

Three Lions manager Roy Hodgson has included the “amazing talent” in his 23-man squad for the major tournament after the 20-year-old enjoyed a scintillating breakthrough season at Goodison Park.

The only worry is that he doesn’t get too much pressure on his shoulders because he’s still young Mikel Arteta

Barkley, who earned his first England cap earlier this year, scored six goals in 35 Premier League appearances, prompting interest from Liverpool and Manchester United.

And former Everton midfielder and current Arsenal captain Arteta talked up the Toffees youngster’s talent but urged England not to over burden the future Three Lions star.

“Ross has all the potential that you want from a young player and I think he’s got the right mentality as well,” Arteta told Everton’s website. “Hopefully he’s going to do well.

“The only worry is that he doesn’t get too much pressure on his shoulders because he’s still young. It’s his first tournament.

“I think it’s his first full season with the first team and having played many games, hopefully they don’t rush him too much, because he’s a great talent.”