Morgan Schneiderlin insists he wants to 'turn the page' on his Everton career after a difficult start to the season 

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Morgan Schneiderlin has admitted he wants to 'turn the page' on his Everton career by winning back his place in the starting line-up.

The French midfielder fell out of favour under David Unsworth but is determined to show Sam Allardyce he is worth regular inclusion from now on.

Schneiderlin was at the centre of controversy a month ago when left out of the squad alongside Kevin Mirallas for the visit of Watford.

Morgan Schneiderlin wants to cement his place in Everton's starting line-up this season 

The pair were accused of failing to apply themselves in a pre-game training session led by Duncan Ferguson.

Ferguson was said to be dissatisfied with the players' lack of effort and having suggested an improvement or a departure, they reportedly took the latter option and returned to the dressing room.

Schneiderlin denied any incident but admitted he has a point to prove. 

He said: 'I want to turn the page. It was not nice for me to see those reports and it is part of football. I have to deal with it.

'First I read about it in the newspaper. I was as surprised as I could be. There was no incident.

'Since I play football you always have something to prove, that is part of being a player.'

The midfielder is hoping for a fresh start under new manager Sam Allardyce (pictured) 

Everton look to end their disastrous Europa League campaign against Apollon Limassol

Schneiderlin, who signed from Manchester United for £20million nearly a year ago, will start against Apollon Limassol as Everton look to end their disastrous Europa League campaign on a positive note.

'Every game you have to play and show what you can do,' he added. 

'This not going to be any difference than before, we will do our maximum to win the game.

'It is a chance to prove you can play. After that it is the manager's decision.

'Against Limassol it is going to be a chance of everything, it is to get game time, to enjoy yourself.

'We want to win the game and finish the campaign on a good note. After that you have to do your maximum. That's all you can control.'