Everton already destined for another tough season after lackluster start to EPL
Everton already seems destined for another season of struggleAUGUST 31, 2023•ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vitaliy Mykolenko - Expected to miss out SaturdayMykolenko, who was forced off against Doncaster on Wednesday, is expected to be unavailable for Saturday's clash with Sheffield United.
ImpactIt's a tough blow for Mykolenko who dealt with an injury during the preseason and was making his first appearance of the 2023-24 campaign in the Carabao Cup clash with Doncaster. With Mykolenko again shelved due to his apparent leg injury, Ashley Young figures to remain in the starting XI.
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Dele Alli - Begins running on grassAlli (hip) has stepped up his recovery, including beginning work on grass with manager Sean Dyche telling reporters Thursday, "Dele is getting back on the grass, slowly but surely....
ImpactAlli wasn't expected back before the international break, at minimum, but could be nearing a return to full fitness shortly thereafter. Once given the all-clear, several potential midfield departures, including Alex Iwobi (hamstring) and Demari Gray, could open up a spot in the squad for Alli to get a run with the club, though he likely will be held in reserve as a bench option.
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Jack Harrison - Yet to resume full trainingHarrison (hip) is not back training with the full squad but continues to make improvements after manager Sean Dyche told reporters Thursday, "Jack is not quite training with us yet...
ImpactHarrison was not expected to be fit immediately upon joining the club and likely will benefit from the international break. If the team does part ways with Alex Iwobi (hamstring) and Demari Gray, Harrison would likely become a mainstay in the starting XI, even with the return of Dwight McNeil (ankle).
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Dwight McNeil - In contention versus Sheffield UnitedMcNeil (ankle) has resumed training with the squad and could be available against Sheffield United on Saturday. Manager Sean Dyche told reporters, "Dwight McNeil was back with our...
ImpactMcNeil's return to the squad would certainly provide a boost, especially with Alex Iwobi (hamstring) and Jack Harrison (hip) both dealing with injuries. Once cleared to play and up to full match fitness, McNeil should be a near-lock to reclaim his spot on the left of the midfielder after starting all 18 matches to close out the previous campaign.
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Dominic Calvert-Lewin - In doubt SaturdayCalvert-Lewin (face) won't require surgery but remains a doubt ahead of Saturday's matchup with Sheffield United. Manager Sean Dyche told reporters, "He doesn't need an operation....
ImpactCalvert-Lewin should at minimum be available coming out of the international break against Arsenal on Sept. 16. Even once cleared to play, the forward could suddenly find himself being pressed for minutes from new addition Beto, who scored in his debut for the club versus Doncaster on Wednesday. Still, Calvert-Lewin figures to be the preferred option up top at least for now.
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Chelsea and Everton survive scares in English League Cup. Newcastle to play Man City in third round
Chelsea and Everton have survived major scares against fourth-tier opponents to advance to the third round of the English League CupAUGUST 30, 2023•ASSOCIATED PRESS
