EVERTON NEWS

Dominic Calvert-Lewin - Fit for Sunday Calvert-Lewin (undisclosed) played 90 minutes in a closed doors match this week and is set to be available for Sunday's match against Aston Villa. "[Calvert-Lewin] is in good shape...

Impact Calvert-Lewin received positive news this week after playing in a closed door match this week, returning to match form as he will be in contention for Sunday's match. It is a stretch to see him get the start, with Arnaut Danjuma returning from injury and the favorite to start after getting minutes during the Fulham match last Saturday.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Harrison - Could return in a few weeks Harrison (hip) could be back in the next few weeks as he continues to work individually on his return. "I'm hoping to be back in a few weeks. At this point I just can't wait to get...

Impact Harrison's Everton debut will be put on hold after dealing with a hip injury picked up with Leeds United. He is making his return to the Premier League for another season after agreeing to a season-long loan with Everton, having made 34 starts in 36 appearances last season, generating give goals and seven assists in that span.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aerial presence, clever movement and pace: What Chermiti will offer Everton Youssef Chermiti might be viewed as a third-choice option at Everton, but he has the capacity to spring a surprise this season

AUGUST 17, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

How Everton secured Jack Harrison, his likely return to fitness and why he'll fit in Everton managed to complete the loan signing of Jack Harrison on Monday – he could be a significant addition for Sean Dyche this summer

AUGUST 15, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Jack Harrison - Loaned to Everton Harrison has joined Everton on a season-long loan from Leeds United.

Impact Harrison is back in the Premier League after starting at least 32 matches each of the last three seasons at Leeds United. He'll provide experience and someone who knows how to get on the score-sheet, something they clearly need after failing to convert in the opener. He's dealing with a hip issue and may have to miss a match or two and from there, a spot in the squad will be decided, though it'll likely be in the Demarai Gray role from last season.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Harrison undergoing Everton medical Jack Harrison is undergoing a medical ahead of a proposed move from Leeds United to Everton. The Premier League club have triggered a clause...

AUGUST 13, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

James Tarkowski - Four interceptions Saturday Tarkowski registered four interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Fulham.

Impact There were questions surrounding Tarkowski's fitness after dealing with a strain, but looked fit while playing the full 90 minutes Saturday. The defender had also played in every match last season, making all 38 starts and playing to the full 90 minutes each time, making him one of the most reliable players in the Premier League.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Iwobi - Busy in defeat Iwobi registered four shots (two on target), six crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Fulham.

Impact Iwobi had multiple shots and crosses in the match Saturday, but failed to help the team get a goal. He is set to be the main source for goals this season after generating two goals and seven assists last campaign.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jordan Pickford - Lets in one Pickford made one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Fulham.

Impact Pickford made just a save while allowing the match's only goal Saturday. He was only able to complete eight clean sheets in 37 games in 2022/23. The keeper will look to improve on those numbers with another chance to redeem himself with a visit to Aston Villa on Aug 20, who have scored four goals in their last two outings against them.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dominic Calvert-Lewin - Won't play in season opener Calvert-Lewin (undisclosed) is not in the squad for Saturday's game against Fulham.

Impact Head coach Sean Dyche said Calvert-Lewin could not feature during his pre-match presser earlier this week, and it seems this is just a case of Everton being extremely cautious with the striker's fitness levels. As a result, Neal Maupay will start upfront, while Arnaut Danjuma will be available off the bench. Calvert-Lewin could make his season debut when the Toffees visit Aston Villa on Aug. 20.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arnaut Danjuma - Available off bench Saturday Danjuma (undisclosed) will be available off the bench for Saturday's game against Fulham.

Impact Danjuma was pictured on grass earlier this week, and while he wasn't fit enough to start here, he could see minutes available off the bench. Neal Maupay will be the starting striker for this one, while Dominic Calvert-Lewin didn't even make the bench.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

James Tarkowski - Starting against Fulham Tarkowski (strain) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Fulham.

Impact The veteran center-back picked up an injury in the latter stages of preseason, but head coach Sean Dyche confirmed Tarkowski would be available for the season opener, so his presence in the lineup as captain isn't surprising. Tarkowski played all 38 matches in the 2022-23 Premier League campaign and will look to repeat that feat in the current campaign.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

2023-24 English Premier League predictions: Picks, Forecast for all 20 teams

Can anyone stop Manchester City from winning a fourth consecutive Premier League title? Here are our predictions for the upcoming season.

AUGUST 11, 2023

2023-24 EPL title odds, Golden Boot futures: Man City, Erling Haaland favorites

With the EPL season kicking off, here's a look at the latest title and Golden Boot odds, with Man City and Erling Haaland as heavy favorites...

AUGUST 10, 2023

Andre Gomes - Logs minutes against Sporting Gomes (leg) came off the bench in Everton's pre-season friendly versus Sporting CP on Saturday.

Impact Gomes played just 11 minutes as a substitute option, his second appearance during the preseason. The midfielder is unlikely to get into the starting XI any time soon for the Toffees and is almost certainly a candidate to be sold or loaned out before the transfer window closes.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dwight McNeil - Looking at weeks on shelf McNeil, whose injury was clarified by manager Sean Dyche as an ankle problem, is expected to miss "weeks, not days" to start the season.

Impact While Everton hasn't specified how many weeks McNeil might be sidelined, it certainly seems like he won't be back for at least the next 2-3 contests, if not more, based on the manager's comments. McNeil's absence will hurt an already woeful attack that managed a paltry 34 goals last season. In his stead, James Garner could get a look out wide, though new-man Arnaut Danjuma (undisclosed) could also be in contention if fit enough to play.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seamus Coleman - Officially ruled out Saturday Coleman (knee), as expected, won't be in the squad to face Fulham on Saturday.

Impact Coleman is on track in his recovery but has yet to rejoin first-team training, primarily getting work off the pitch. At this point, the veteran right-back should still be considered out indefinitely, with Nathan Patterson filling in for the Irishman. Even once back to full fitness, Coleman could still find himself serving as a substitute behind the youngster.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

James Tarkowski - Fit for opener Tarkowski (strain) is set to be fit for Saturday's home opener against Fulhman, confirmed manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Tarkowski was lucky to avoid a long-term injury and is set to be ready for Saturday. He is expected to get the start at center back alongside Michael Keane while earning the title as vice-captain for the 2023/24 season. The defender is also coming off a campaign where he started in all 38 matches he's appeared in, averaging about five clearances and two blocks per game.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arnaut Danjuma - Pictured on grass Danjuma (undisclosed) was pictured training on grass Monday.

Impact Danjuma was pictured back training on grass and could be an option for the Premier League opener against Fulham. When fit Danjuma is likely to be a consistent start especially with Dominic Calvert-Lewin's consistent injury issues.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dwight McNeil - Won't be ready for start of season McNeil (undisclosed) will not be an option against Fulham on Saturday and could miss multiple weeks after manager Sean Dyche told reporters McNeil was "facing a little period out s...

Impact McNeil's status beyond just the clash with Fulham is a little murky given the manager's comment but he should almost certainly be considered a doubt versus Aston Villa on Aug. 20. It's a huge blow to the Everton attack after McNeil started all 18 matches under Dyche last season, recording five goals on 34 shots (13 on target), two assists, 136 crosses (35 accurate) and 38 corners. With Demarai Gray having one foot out the door and Arnaut Danjuma (undisclosed) in doubt, James Garner could be in line to replace McNeil in the starting XI.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arnaut Danjuma - In doubt versus Fulham Danjuma (undisclosed) could miss the season opener versus Fulham on Saturday despite the injury being described as a minor knock by manager Sean Dyche, who told reporters the team...

Impact Given Everton's very thin forward group, and the ever-present injury concerns for Dominic Calvert-Lewin, could see Danjuma kept on the bench against Fulham even if he is fit enough to play. Once up to full match fitness, Danjuma should be in contention for regular minutes, especially once Demari Gray, who is all but out the door, is sold and a spot in the starting XI opens up.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

James Tarkowski - No long-term injury concerns Tarkowski (undisclosed) is not expected to miss the season opener versus Fulham. Manager Sean Dyche told reporters the defender suffered "just a knock" and that the team was "being...

Impact This news will come as a huge relief to Everton supporters as Tarkowski played every minute of the 2022-23 campaign, holding down the Everton backline. While the centreback won't offer much in the way of offensive upside, he scored just once on 32 shots (nine on target) last season, he should continue to rack up clearances, blocks and interceptions.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dele Alli - Not close to return Alli (hip) isn't nearing a return to the Everton squad with manager Sean Dyche telling reporters Monday, "He is still not over his injury yet. He is well in himself, but he is not...

Impact Based on the manager's comments, Alli probably should be expected to miss at least the first month of the season, though Syche didn't provide a specific recovery timeline. If the Toffees do end up selling Demari Gray, as is expected after leaving the attacking forward out of the squad during the preseason, it could open up a spot for Alli to at least compete for minutes, though he is far from a lock to break into the starting XI even when fully fit.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dwight McNeil - Set to miss EPL opener? McNeil missed Saturday's friendly match against Sporting Lisbon due to a knock, manager Sean Dyche told media during his post-match press conference. Dyche also admitted the forme...

Impact McNeil left the friendly match against Stoke City last week and didn't play against Sporting Lisbon, so his chances of featuring in the season opener are getting increasingly scarce by the day. He's coming off an impressive 2022-23 season, however, scoring seven goals, providing three assists, taking 46 shots and creating 49 chances in 36 appearances (28 starts).

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arnaut Danjuma - Misses friendly match Danjuma missed Saturday's friendly match against Sporting Lisbon due to a knock, manager Sean Dyche told media during his post-match press conference while adding the team is "hope...

Impact While missing a match through injury is never positive, the coaching staff believes the Dutch winger could be in contention to feature in the Premier League opener against Fulham on Saturday. Danjuma signed with Everton during the summer on a season-long loan deal from Villarreal.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE