YERRY MINA NEWS

Doesn't need surgery Mina doesn't need surgery on his quad injury but is still expected to miss multiple months, according to manager Frank Lampard. "It won't be surgery, but it will be a lot of work b...

Impact Not getting surgery is obviously a positive for Mina, but now he has to spend the next two months rehabbing the injury by himself. Everton are a bit thin on their back line, but Lampard has enough bodies for now, as Michael Keane and Mason Holgate started at center-back in the recent win against Leeds.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Man City wary of Norwich; Madrid at Villarreal

English Premier League leader Manchester City goes to relegation-threatened Norwich, which it beat 5-0 in August

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Everton defender Yerry Mina out until April with quad injury ' Frank Lampard: He's a leader and a big miss Yerry Mina was substituted before half-time in Evertons 3-1 defeat by Newcastle on Tuesday; Everton boss Frank Lampard: Its disappointing fo...

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • SKY.COM

Facing 8-10 week absence Mina (quadriceps) is expected to be out for 8-10 weeks with manager Frank Lampard telling reporters, "Yerry is an unfortunate injury which will probably be between 8-10 weeks."

Impact Mina's absence is a huge blow for the Everton backline considering Ben Godfrey (hamstring) is not expected to return until early-to-mid March. With the central defensive pair unavailable, Michael Keane and Mason Holgate figure to see the bulk of the starts, though Jarrad Branthwaite could also be in the mix. Even once cleared to return, Mina isn't likely to offer more than mid-range fantasy value at best.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Being evaluated for quad injury Mina sustained a quadriceps injury in Tuesday's matchup with Newcastle United. Manager Frank Lampard told reporters, "With Yerry, we'll have to assess him over the next few days."

Impact With a quick turnaround before Saturday's matchup with Leeds United, Mina should probably be considered questionable at best, though it's certainly not encouraging news for the defender. With Ben Godfrey (hamstring) unavailable, Lampard may not be able to utilize the same back-three he did versus Newcastle, instead returning to a four-man backline with just two central defenders.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off with injury Mina was forced off in the 35th minute versus Newcastle United on Tuesday with an apparent quadriceps injury.

Impact With Everton deploying a back three, Frank Lampard's only option to replace the towering Columbian was to use youngster Jarrad Branthwaite in central defense as a substitute. Still, it's unlikely Branthwaite would get the start versus Leeds United on Saturday if Mina can't go.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Mina already completed a full session with Everton following his return from international duty.

Impact Mina received a start under Duncan Ferguson just before the break and he'll hope to keep that role under Frank Lampard. He's struggled with injuries this season, but now that he's been healthy for a couple weeks, he could turn into a regular with Lampard now in charge.

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Digne sets up Villa winner, hit by bottle on Everton return

Lucas Digne has marked his return to Goodison Park by setting up Aston Villa’s goal in a 1-0 victory over former club Everton in the Premier League and getting struck on the head b...

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gets bench minutes Mina (calf) played 36 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Norwich.

Impact Mina went on for Seamus Coleman in the 54th minute Saturday after things weren't working for Everton anywhere on the pitch. Mina is healthy again, but playing time remains unknown if they continue with a four-man back line, as Ben Godfrey and Michael Keane have been starters all season.

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes part in training Mina (calf) took part in limited training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's trip to Norwich.

Impact Mina has been out more than a month with this calf issue and given that he's not training fully, he probably won't be an option to start Saturday. The good news is that he's edging closer to fitness and will hope to get more time in the second half of the season after starting just once since early October.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain Mina (calf) was not mentioned by manager Rafa Benitez in his press conference ahead of Thursday's clash with Chelsea.

Impact Considering Benitez didn't provide any sort of update on Mina, fantasy players should probably be expecting him to miss out Thursday. With Lucas Digne (illness) unavailable and Seamus Coleman (foot) in doubt, the Toffees backline could be stretching the depths of the squad.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back on sidelines Mina (calf) will be unavailable against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

Impact Mina was just one match back from a six-game stint on the shelf due to a hamstring issue but once again finds himself watching from the sidelines. Without Mina in the squad, the Toffees will likely utilize Ben Godfrey in a central defensive role alongside Michael Keane.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't make it to halftime Mina was subbed off in the 32nd minute of Monday's match against Arsenal due to a calf issue.

Impact Mina returned to training last week and clearly it was a mistake to start in his first match back. It's unclear why he was pushed into the XI without even a full week of training and a recurrence of injury is what happens with hamstrings, though you can also suffer other injuries when you're putting more pressure on them. Mason Holgate came on for him Monday with Ben Godfrey already in at left-back.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Mina (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Arsenal.

Impact Mina returns to the XI Monday after missing the last six weeks with a hamstring injury. It's a quick return for the center-back, whose return pushes Ben Godfrey out to left-back with Lucas Digne not in the squad.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Training with squad Mina (hamstring) has resumed training with the first team and could be in contention against Arsenal on Monday. Manager Rafa Benitez told reporters, "Yerry Mina has today [Friday]...

Impact Mina's return to the squad would certainly be a boost to the Everton backline that has conceded eight goals in its last three contests. If deemed fit, Mina should be a lock for the starting XI, which could see either Ben Godfrey or Michael Keane relegated to the bench.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Goodison Park turns toxic as Benitez's Everton slumps in EPL

Everton slumped to its heaviest home loss to fierce rival Liverpool in 39 years on Wednesday and the atmosphere turned toxic

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Unavailable for Merseyside Derby Mina (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's derby clash with Liverpool.

Impact Mina last featured for the club Oct. 2 versus Manchester United, a stretch of six games on the shelf. While the defender offers limited offensive upside, his absence will stretch a backline that remains without Mason Holgate (suspension). Once cleared to play, Mina is a near-lock to return to the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Sunday Mina (hamstring) won't be ready to play against Brentford on Sunday. Manager Rafa Benitez told reporters, "Yerry is doing well but still not ready."

Impact Mina's continued absence will see Michael Keane and Ben Godfrey once again holding down the central defensive roles. With the busy December schedule ahead, the Toffees could certainly use the added depth on the back line as they are without a lot of additional options outside of the youth setup.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Mina (hamstring) will not be ready to play in Sunday's clash with Manchester City.

Impact Mina's continued absence will stretch an Everton backline that will already be without Mason Holgate (suspension). As such, fantasy players should expect Ben Godfrey to remain in a central defensive role alongside Michael Keane. For his part, Mina should be a near-lock for the starting XI once cleared to play.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Mina (hamstring) was pictured in training Thursday early in the international break.

Impact Mina will have about a week of training before Everton play again, so the thought is that he'll be ready for the Nov. 21 trip to Man City. The defender has been out since early October and will need to fight for a spot in the starting XI with Ben Godfrey doing well alongside Michael Keane.

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will train over break Mina (hamstring) is set to train over the break, according to manager Rafa Benitez. "Yerry is close. He didn't have the time to be ready for this game. In a few days he can join th...

Impact Mina's return would be a welcome boost to the back line, mainly because Mason Holgate was sent off last match. If he can get a full week of training in before the Nov. 21 contest, there's a decent chance he'll be in the XI against Man City.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tottenham held by Everton in Conte's frustrating EPL return

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte endured a frustrating start to his Premier League return with a 0-0 draw at Everton

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains sidelined Sunday Mina (hamstring) will miss out against Tottenham on Sunday.

Impact Mina will be on the shelf for his third straight contest due to his lingering hamstring problem. Once cleared to play, the Columbian defender should retake his place in the starting XI, which could see Michael Keane relegated to a spot on the bench. Even once fully fit, Mina shouldn't be expected to generate much in the way of fantasy value given his lack of offensive upside.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out versus Wolves Mina (hamstring) will not be available against Wolverhampton on Monday.

Impact Mina will be sidelined for his second straight contest due to his hamstring issue. Once fully fit, the Columbian should be a near-lock for the starting XI and figures to relegated Michael Keane or Ben Godfrey onto the bench. Primarily a defensive stat producer, Mina does pose a threat on corners in the opposition box and could occasionally pick up a goal.

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Watford Mina suffered a hamstring tweak in a recent training session and will miss Saturday's match against Watford, according to manager Rafa Benitez.

Impact Mina played 90 minutes in all three matches over the international break and it's likely this issue has something to do with that. The hope is that it's only a tweak and he'll be an option next week, but until that happens, Ben Godfrey and Michael Keane are expected to continue at center-back.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE