ABDOULAYE DOUCOURE NEWS

Dealing with hamstring injury Doucoure suffered a hamstring injury during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Aston Villa, according to manager Frank Lampard. "Doucoure has a hamstring injury that we will assess. It wasn't...

Impact Doucoure has seemingly avoided a serious injury but even minor muscular issues often require at least a week or 10 days to recover from. Tom Davies, who replaced Doucoure for the rest of the contest, could make his first start of the season Saturday against Nottingham Forest pending the status of Doucoure.

AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in first half Doucoure was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match with Aston Villa due to a leg injury.

Impact Doucoure lasted 35 minutes before succumbing to what looked like a hamstring injury and being replaced by Tom Davies. The midfielder will hope to avoid serious injury to return in time for next week's clash with Nottingham Forest.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five tackles in loss Doucoure made five tackles (four won) and took two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Doucoure recorded 75 tackles last season and is well on his way if his team are pinned back like they were for a fair chunk of this game. As a defensive-midfielder, his value isn't likely to be tremendously high but he should still be a regular member of the starting lineup.

AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jorginho gives Chelsea 1-0 opening win over Everton in EPL

Jorginho’s late first-half penalty was enough to give Chelsea a 1-0 victory over Everton in the English Premier League for the London club’s first win at Goodison Park in five visi...

AUGUST 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Doucoure wants long-term Everton stay – but no breakthrough yet in talks Abdoulaye Doucoure wants to sign a new Everton contract and talks between the two parties are ongoing — but there has yet to be a breakthrou...

JULY 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Comes off injured against Arsenal Doucoure was subbed out of Sunday's clash against Arsenal in the 37th minute after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact Doucoure was replaced by Donny Van de Beek in midfield on Sunday. Barring a serious injury, the midfielder should be available for the start of the 2022-23 campaign. On the season, Doucoure registered two goals and four assists in 30 Premier League appearances (29 starts), while making 75 tackles, 28 interceptions and 30 clearances. While the bulk of Doucoure's value will come from defensive stats, he does occasionally get further forward in the attack and should be a mainstay in the starting XI for the Toffees if he can stay fit.

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances Doucoure crossed once inaccurately, created three chances, blocked a shot, made two interceptions and two tackles (winning both) during Sunday's 1-0 win over Chelsea.

Impact Doucoure helped on both sides of the ball as Everton claimed a vital three points on Sunday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of blocks and tackles on the team while leading Everton in interceptions and chances created in the win.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool beats Everton 2-0 in derby, quad bid still alive

Liverpool’s 2-0 victory in a frantic 240th Merseyside derby has kept its quadruple bid on track while pushing Everton slightly closer to a first relegation in 71 years

APRIL 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Everton's Doucoure to play for Mali after switching allegiance from France Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure will play for Mali in this month’s World Cup play-offs after the 29-year-old decided to pledge his int...

MARCH 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Makes three tackles Doucoure took an off target shot, crossed once inaccurately, blocked a shot and made three tackles (winning two) during Thursday's 1-0 win over Newcastle.

Impact Doucoure was held off the scoresheet, contributing mostly defensive stats on Thursday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of tackles on the team while leading Everton with one blocked shot in the win.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goes full 90 in defeat Doucoure had one chance created and two tackles won in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Manchester City.

Impact Despite missing the prior month with a groin injury, Doucoure somehow managed to go a full 90 against Man City. He's clearly in Frank Lampard's plans going forward and when everyone is healthy, the midfield trio of Doucoure, Allan and Donny van de Beek may be what he uses after almost taking a point from Man City on Saturday.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Man City Doucoure (groin) is inn the starting XI for Saturday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Doucoure is immediately back in the XI for Saturday's difficult contest, playing alongside Allan and Donny van de Beek. He won't have much fantasy value in this matchup, but he definitely helps the midfield for Everton.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in full training Doucoure (groin) is back in full training ahead of Saturday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Doucoure is training in full, but he's been out for a month with the injury and may not be pushed back into the XI now that Donny van de Beek is in the squad. While Doucoure was a constant before the transfer window, there are some questions for Frank Lampard and his starting XI going forward.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Edging closer to return Doucoure took part in the warm-up session Thursday in his recovery from a groin injury.

Impact Doucoure has been out three weeks with his injury and was originally given a four-week timeline. He'll likely need at least another week to recover and then he still has to build back his fitness. Once ready to return, his spot in the squad is yet to be determined following the play of Donny van de Beek in that central midfield role.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least four weeks Doucoure will miss at least four weeks after suffering a groin injury in last weekend's loss to Aston Villa.

Impact Doucoure was on eight-straight starts prior to injury, so it's yet another tough injury for a depth-depleted Everton midfield. Allan and Andre Gomes are expected to continue there with Doucoure out. When Doucoure missed a month earlier in the season, Everton only took one point from four matches, including a 5-2 home loss to Watford.

JANUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Groin injury confirmed Doucoure suffered a groin injury in Saturday's loss against Aston Villa and will be assessed over the international break.

Impact Groin injuries have a wide range for returns because the severity can be from minimal to severe. There's a chance Doucoure trains over the break or he misses a month with the injury, something that will need to be monitored. Andre Gomes would likely get more starts of Doucoure has to miss time.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Saturday Doucoure was forced off in the 65th minute of Saturday's match against Aston Villa with an undisclosed issue.

Impact Everton were mounting a comeback Saturday and unfortunately Doucoure couldn't go the rest of the way, meaning youngster Tyler Onyango had to enter the midfield. The good news for Doucoure is that he'll get a couple weeks to recover over the break, depending on the injury.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Modest performance in defeat Doucoure took an off-target shot and won both of his tackles in last Saturday's 2-1 loss to Norwich.

Impact Doucoure has cooled down to his usual standard after an offensive outburst to begin the campaign. With Everton sacking Rafa Benitez, it'll be interesting to see whether Doucoure and company will be revived by the club's managerial change Saturday versus Aston Villa.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three dribbles in loss Doucoure had one shot (off target), three dribbles, two aerials won, two tackles (both won) and two interceptions in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Brighton.

Impact Doucoure had a decent all around display here with numbers in many phases of the game. In terms of fantasy though he likely wasn't much productive in most formats. The central midfielder has been quiet offensively for some time now with his last major offensive contribution coming in early October. His best asset of late have been his seven tackles over his past three affairs.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles in draw Doucoure made three tackles (two won) and created one chance during Thursday's 1-1 draw with Chelsea.

Impact Doucoure was one of the key performers in helping the Toffees hold on for a point on the road, though his defensive responsibilities mean it doesn't appear as prevalent on the stat line. Where he did excel was winning eight duels against a side full of attacking stars, so he can take away plenty of confidence from this result. With the injury crisis unlikely to go away immediately, Doucoure will likely remain a key player in the coming weeks.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gallagher scores 2, Crystal Palace beats Everton 3-1 in EPL

A double from Conor Gallagher helped Crystal Palace return to winning ways with a 3-1 victory at home to Everton in the Premier League

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Two shots, two interceptions Doucoure took two shots (one on goal) and made two interceptions during Monday's 2-1 win over Arsenal.

Impact Doucoure was held off the scoresheet but contributed on both sides of the ball Monday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of shots on the team while tying for the team-high with two interceptions in the win.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Doucoure is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match with Brentford.

Impact Doucoure returns after dealing with a foot injury. The midfielder takes up a role in the center of the pitch for Sunday's Premier League clash with Brentford.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Full training participant Doucoure (foot) has resumed training with the first team and could be an option against Brentford on Sunday. Manager Rafa Benitez told reporters, "Doucoure was doing light training...

Impact The return of Doucoure would be a huge boost to the Everton midfield and he figures to be a near-lock for the starting XI if cleared. In eight matches this year (all starts) the Doucoure has registered two goals on 14 shots (five on target), four assists and 20 tackles (nine won). If fit, Doucoure would slot into the starting XI alongside Allan in a defensive midfield role, though that hasn't stopped him from getting up the pitch in the attack.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still 1-2 weeks away Doucoure (foot) is expected to miss another 1-2 weeks, including Sunday's matchup with Manchester City. Manager Rafa Benitez told reporters, "Doucoure has a metatarsal injury - it...

Impact Doucoure is the engine that drives the Everton midfield and will be nearly impossible to replace will sidelined for a fourth consecutive match. Once cleared to play, Doucoure should immediately slide back into the starting XI. In the meantime, Fabian Delph could retain his spot on the pitch, especially with Tom Davies (knee) unavailable as well.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE