Everton injury updates on Calvert-Lewin, McNeil, Mykolenko, Patterson, Chermiti, Broja, and Coleman.
Everton are gearing up for the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park as they host Liverpool on Wednesday evening.
David Moyes’ side carries confidence from their last meeting, a memorable 2-0 win, but they face a tough challenge against a Liverpool team leading the Premier League by six points. Everton’s form has improved under Moyes, with three consecutive league wins pushing them nine points clear of danger. Despite a 2-0 FA Cup loss to Bournemouth, there were some positives, especially in the second half.
However, Moyes faces a squad crisis, with eight players missing against Bournemouth. Ahead of the Liverpool clash, here’s a look at Everton’s injury concerns and possible returns.
Vitalii Mykolenko – Calf
Mykolenko was a late absentee against Bournemouth, with Moyes revealing he felt tightness in his calf before the game. His availability for the derby remains uncertain.
**Potential return:** TBD
### Nathan Patterson – Hamstring
The right-back missed the Bournemouth game due to a hamstring issue, and Moyes suggested he is unlikely to recover in time for the Liverpool match.
**Potential return:** Crystal Palace (A), Saturday 15 February
Youssef Chermiti – Thigh
The young striker has yet to make a senior appearance this season. After recovering from foot surgery, he picked up a new injury and remains weeks away from full fitness.
**Potential return:** Late February
Seamus Coleman – Calf
The Everton captain has struggled with injuries all season, managing just four appearances. His ongoing calf problem kept him out of training before the Bournemouth game.
**Potential return:** TBD
Dwight McNeil – Knee
McNeil has been sidelined for over two months following knee surgery. He is recovering but will need time to regain full fitness.
**Potential return:** March
Armando Broja – Ankle
Broja suffered an ankle injury in the FA Cup win over Plymouth. Initially ruled out for up to 12 weeks, his recovery timeline has improved slightly.
**Potential return:** Late March
Dominic Calvert-Lewin – Hamstring
The striker faces a long spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury in the 1-0 win over Brighton. However, Moyes remains hopeful he will return before the season ends.
**Potential return:** TBD
Orel Mangala – Knee
The on-loan Lyon midfielder ruptured his ACL and has been ruled out for the rest of the season.
**Potential return:** N/A
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