David Moyes Shares Jarrad Branthwaite Injury Disappointment
David Moyes has been speaking about the fitness of his players ahead of Everton’s home game against West Ham United. The Everton manager expressed his disappointment over Jarrad Branthwaite’s injury situation after the team lost the Merseyside derby and were knocked out of the Carabao Cup.
Branthwaite missed the Blues’ trip to the USA for the Premier League Summer Series after picking up a knock in the friendly against Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park. However, after working his way back to fitness and playing in the third and final test event at Hill Dickinson Stadium, he suffered a hamstring injury that has kept him sidelined.
Premier League Game Against West Ham United
Speaking in his pre-match press conference for Everton’s Premier League game against his former club West Ham United, Moyes confirmed that both Branthwaite and transfer deadline day signing Merlin Rohl would be missing for the visit of Graham Potter’s side.
The Blues boss said: ‘Jarrad is fine, but he’ll not be available for Monday and neither is Merlin, they’re both out. At the moment, Jarrad is not back with the group, we’re expecting him back shortly, but not quite yet.’
Asked if Everton are proceeding cautiously with Branthwaite, who didn’t play until September 28 last season because of a groin injury he picked up over the summer, the 62-year-old said: ‘I think we are really. We’re disappointed that he re-injured himself and we’ve had to look after it.’
Importance of Branthwaite to Everton FC
Moyes emphasized the importance of Branthwaite to the team, saying: ‘We’ll get him back, it’s just disappointing because he’s an important player for us. As it is, Michael Keane has played really well and filled in great, so it’s covered us a little bit.’
For Indian football fans interested in the English Premier League, this update on Branthwaite’s injury is significant. The young centre-back has been a key player for Everton FC, and his absence could impact the team’s performance in upcoming matches.
Impact on Indian Football Fans
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In conclusion, the injury update on Jarrad Branthwaite is a significant development for Everton FC and English Premier League fans. As the team prepares to face West Ham United, the absence of Branthwaite and Rohl could have a significant impact on the outcome of the match.
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