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Post by rugbytoffee on Feb 20, 2020 21:26:25 GMT
it was recently revealed by injury expert Ben Dinnery that Gomes has actually recovered from his setback faster than any other player Premier League with a fracture-dislocation injury ever has, per data recorded by Premierinjuries.com. 105 days between injury against Spurs & return to action in behind closed doors game at Finch Farm. Quite the recovery!
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Post by rugbytoffee on Feb 28, 2020 14:54:54 GMT
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti insists there is no pressure on Andre Gomes to produce instant performances with the Portugal international in line for his first start since an horrific ankle injury.
The 26-year-old made his comeback as a substitute in last weekend’s defeat at Arsenal after a fracture dislocation of his right ankle on November 3.
Such has been the lack of creativity in midfield, Gomes’ 31-minute cameo at the Emirates had fans raving about his return but Ancelotti does not want him to feel he has to deliver immediately.
The Italian said: “He is ready to start, he is closer to start compared to last week. He trained well, normally, and he can play. I have to talk to him before the game.
“He did really well. I was surprised by the fact that it seemed he was not out for three months because he played with confidence, without any fear.
“Also for him it was useful to play and he has shown more confidence this week compared to last week.
“There is no-one who puts pressure on him. The club absolutely not. Myself absolutely not. “Everyone followed the instruction of the medical staff and he is ready to play and everyone has total confidence in him so there is no pressure.
“He knows he is really important for this club and this is not going to put more pressure on him. He is quite confident to play and has no pressure.
“The expectation for him can be a good motivation.”
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