Tim Howard believes the future is bright for Everton after he signed off at Goodison Park on Sunday, reports Sky Sports.

The 37-year-old United States international goalkeeper made his farewell appearance for the Toffees in the 3-0 victory over Norwich City prior to joining Major League Soccer team Colorado Rapids.

"The guy who comes in and manages this team is sitting on a goldmine," he said.

"The future is bright. Those boys played well. I didn't have that kind of wherewithal or talent at their age so I was excited to see them play.

"With the passion in this city for this club and the talent that's on display, the sky's the limit for this team."

Asked to describe his emotions, he said: "My words would fail me because what I feel in my heart for all Evertonians is hard to describe. I'll miss their cheers, I'll miss their faces.

"All good things come to an end. I know that. I think I was always dreading the day I had to leave this place because I keep saying it's my home."