Everton defender Phil Jagielka believes that teammate Marouane Fellaini doesn't deserve to have his commitment questioned.

The Belgium international's form has come under scrutiny following his display in the Toffees' 3-0 defeat to Wigan Athletic in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

While the midfielder has faced criticism, Jagielka believes that Fellaini should be given credit for playing through Everton's 2-0 win over Manchester City last weekend with an ankle injury.

"He had a painful ankle problem before the City game and he could have milked it and missed the game before disappearing off on international week," the Liverpool Echo quotes Jagielka as saying. "But he was desperate to play.

"He strapped himself up and put in a great performance. You cannot question his commitment. We know what sort of person he is and I'd like to think most fans would consider what he's done for the club this season."

The 25-year-old moved to Everton from Standard Liege in 2008.