Everton dealt double injury blow as manager protests continue and Frank Lampard latest
Everton dealt double injury blow as manager protests continue and Frank Lampard latest
Everton have had a torrid time on the injury front this season, and it has continued through this winter break.
This comes as both Abdoulaye Doucoure and Fabian Delph have both been ruled out of action for a minimum of 4 weeks following injuries.
Doucoure was forced off against Aston Villa with a groin issue, while Fabian Delph is suffering from a hamstring injury.
BREAKING: Everton midfielders Abdoulaye Doucoure and Fabian Delph are each expected to be out for a minimum of four weeks after sustaining injuries.pic.twitter.com/CQvNzsTkXD
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) January 27, 2022
It comes as Everton seemingly lurch from crisis to crisis, with vastly unpopular manager Rafa Benitez sacked following a run of awful results that have left the Toffees sitting just above the relegation zone.
Who will take over full-time?
Duncan Ferguson doesn’t seem the preferred candidate to take the job full time, and following a frankly shocking interview with Vitor Pereira aired live on Sky Sports on Wednesday, he is seemingly out of the running following fan backlash.
Vitor Pereira considers withdrawing from the running for Everton job following fan protests. Could open the door to Frank Lampard to emerge as front runner. Story on @MailSport
— Sami Mokbel (@SamiMokbel81_DM) January 26, 2022
This comes as Frank Lampard is set for his second interview to potentially take charge. The Englishman’s last managerial stint came to an end 12 months ago, when he was sacked by Chelsea, leaving the club in 9th.
🗣 “We want Lampard.”
Everton fans seem to be against the potential appointment of Vítor Pereira with many preferring Frank Lampard pic.twitter.com/IcgYOBcAot
— Football Daily (@footballdaily) January 27, 2022
The Blues subsequently lifted the Champions League under new boss Thomas Tuchel, but could be set for a return to the Premier League with the Toffees.
From yesterday afternoon – Lampard set for further talks with Evertonhttps://t.co/9akVCjPMfJ
— Miguel Delaney (@MiguelDelaney) January 27, 2022
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