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Comes off with calf issue Onana was forced to leave Saturday's matchup with Crystal Palace due to his lingering calf problem, per Patrick Boyland of The Athletic.

Impact Onana was subbed off at halftime with Idrissa Gueye stepping into the midfield role. With the international break, Onana should have the time he needs to fully recover from his calf problem. If he can get back to 100 percent, Onana should be in contention to maintain his place in the starting XI versus Manchester United on Nov. 26.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in injury return Onana is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Onana returns as expected from a calf injury which kept him out of last week's match against Brighton. The midfielder partners James Garner in the center of the pitch, replacing Idrissa Gueye.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should return against Palace Onana (calf) has been training on the grass and could be an option for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Onana has been a key feature in the midfield for Everton this season, averaging about 2.8 tackles per match. If the midfielder is not yet ready to play, then Idrissa Gueye could see another start in the midfield alongside James Garner.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with calf injury Onana is out of the squad Saturday against Brighton due to a calf injury. "Amadou, unfortunately, has been playing with a really tight calf and it's just been too much for him afte...

Impact Onana has been a regular starter for Everton in midfield, but he misses out Saturday due to the heavy workload he's had in recent weeks. James Garner and Idrissa Gueye will play as the center midfield duo in Onana's absence.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shot-on-target in win over Cherries Onana placed three shots (one on-target) in Saturday's 3-0 win over AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Onana played a key role in an effective Everton midfield on Saturday that dismantled Bournemouth. He managed to place a shot-on-target and engaged in four tackles. The regular starting Belgian is yet to score or assist in the EPL this season, but based on this performance it is only a matter of time before he improves these statistics.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fixture in starting XI Onana has featured in all four matches for Everton this season in which he has recorded seven tackles (six won), three shots (one on target) and five chances created.

Impact Onana is unlikely to offer much in the way of offensive upside, considering he scored just one goal in 33 contests (29 starts) last season. Still, the midfielder should maintain his place in the starting XI moving forward where he figures to rack up plenty of tackles, interceptions and clearances.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in pre-season Onana (groin) got the start during Everton's pre-season clash with Bolton.

Impact Onana didn't travel with his national team due to an injury earlier in the off-season but was fit to return in the first match of pre-season. The midfielder's injury was always expected to be minor and he seems set to get most of his pre-season training in before the Premier League opener against Fulham.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin problem Onana will not take part in Belgium's upcoming Euro 2024 Qualifiers against Austria and Estonia due to a groin injury.

Impact Onana was part of the 2022 World Cup squad that failed to make it out of the Group Stage and will now have to miss qualifying contests for the next major international tournament due to his groin issue. Everton's statement referred to Onana's injury as minor, so he should be ready to play when the 2023-24 Premier League season kicks off.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in key win Onana recorded two shots (none on-target) and created two chances in Sunday's 1-0 victory over AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Onana played his part on Sunday to ensure Everton took three points and retained their EPL stature next season. The attacking midfielder was aggressive at striking for goal and created two chances for his teammates. In-line with the Everton team overall, his performance this season has not been eye catching. The regular starter managed just one goal and two assists.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist off bench Onana registered an assist in a three-minute cameo against Brighton on Monday.

Impact Onana has logged a combined three minutes in the team's last two contests, having seemingly been supplanted in the starting XI by James Garner. If he can break his away back onto the pitch, Onana should tack up plenty of defensive stats, including tackles, clearances and interceptions.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Monday Onana (illness) has been training this week and is good to go for Monday's match versus Brighton & Hove Albion, confirms manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Onana was an unused sub last match with an illness, but will be an option for Monday. He is expected to get the start in the midfielder after winning 14 tackles with 12 interceptions and 11 clearances in the last seven games.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench after illness Onana has been dealing with an illness in the lead-up to Monday's clash with Leicester City and will start the match on the bench.

Impact Considering Onana has started 27 of his 29 appearances for Everton this season, his absence from the starting XI was an initial surprise. Barring any lingering effects, the Belgian should be in the mix to reclaim his spot on the pitch versus Brighton on May 8. For now, James Garner will slot into Onana's spot in the midfield.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in return Onana generated five tackles (two won), five interceptions and five clearances in Thursday's 4-1 defeat to Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 40th min...

Impact Onana returned to the lineup after missing the last two matches with a knee injury and was back to his productive ways, recording multiple tackles and clearances Thursday. He ups his average tackles a game to 2.3 after totaling 12 (six won) in the last five contests.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In starting XI Onana (groin) will feature in the starting XI against Newcastle United on Thursday.

Impact Onana returns following a two-match stint on the sidelines due to his groin problem and gives manager Sean Dyche his preferred trio in the midfield. In his last five outings (all starts), Onana recorded seven shots (two on target), nine tackles (five won) and six interceptions.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option against Newcastle Onana (groin) is back on the grass and is a late test for Thursday's match against Newcastle, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Onana is at least back on the pitch and taking parts in training, but it doesn't sound like he's fully fit just yet. It's unlikely he'll start his first match back from a groin injury, but Abdoulaye Doucoure is available again following suspension, so he's set to rejoin the XI, possibly with James Garner still there, as well.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Onana (groin) is not in the squad for Saturday's game against Crystal Palace.

Impact Onana was set to face a late fitness test after manager Sean Dyche said the midfielder "had made a bit more of a recovery", but he is still not fit enough to even make the bench. His next chance to feature will come Thursday against Newcastle United at Selhurst Park.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late test against Palace Onana (groin) "has made a bit more of a recovery" and is a late-fitness test for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact There's a chance Onana could be back in the starting XI Saturday after missing the match against Fulham. All of that depends on how he reacts following training sessions Thursday and Friday. Everton's midfield has struggled a bit the last two matches with Abdoulaye Doucoure suspended and then Onana's injury. The question will be if James Garner keeps his spot in the starting XI Saturday if Onana is healthy.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Fulham Onana (undisclosed) is not in Everton's match day squad for Saturday's clash against Fulham.

Impact Onana has started 26 of Everton's last 27 Premier League games dating back to late August, but he's missing out on Saturday and James Garner is starting in midfield in his stead.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Onana recorded three shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Onana tied for a team best with three shots) two on target Monday. He also created two chances on the attack for just the second time this season. He was decent defensively too as he won his lone tackle attempted, made one clearance and intercepted one pass in his 83 minutes of action.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Onana took two shots and won one of two tackles in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Brentford. He also made a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Onana was active on both sides of the ball as his side earned a vital surprise win over Brentford on Saturday. He has started 25 of Everton's last 28 Premier League games in midfield dating back to August.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Onana is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Onana returns as expected from a knee injury to take up a role in the starting XI. The midfielder has scored once and provided an assist in 22 appearances as a defensive minded midfield option.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Onana (knee) is available for Saturday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Onana had to come off in the 74th minute against Leeds with a knee injury, but is healthy and ready to go for Saturday. In his last five matches, the midfielder has totaled one goal, 11 tackles (six won) and four chances created. Onana is expected to start in the midfield with 19 appearances in the starting XI already this season.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with knee injury Onana was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match with Leeds due to a knee injury.

Impact Onana left the match in the 72nd minute after succumbing to the injury and being replaced by Tom Davies. More information about the extent of injury should be available ahead of next week's match against Aston Villa.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Amadou Onana seizes Everton advantage over Southampton | Premier League

JANUARY 14, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Nets first EPL goal Onana scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing once inaccurately and making three interceptions during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Southampton.

Impact Onana found the back of the net in the 39th minute rising to head home a corner kick. The goal was the first in 17 appearances for the midfielder as he leads Everton with 44 tackles through Saturday's match.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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