Bryan Oviedo admits he wants to leave Everton this month.

The Costa Rica fullback admitted he prays for patience in his despair at being left on the sidelines.

The 26-year-old said: “This is the most difficult time I have had at Everton when I have not been injured. I've not even been on the bench for the past two months.

“The manager has told me it is a tricky situation, but said he needs attacking players – so I just have to wait.

“It is hard for me, as you never prepare yourself NOT to play. You want to be involved and taken into account.

“In the past at least I had the chance to come on as a sub under previous managers David Moyes and Roberto Martinez. Koeman calms me down a bit by telling me it is not my fault I am not playing.

“I ask the good Lord to give me patience, so I do not give up hope.

“I think about the option of joining another club, where I could play more regularly. The problem with Everton is that I'm not playing matches."