Everton just dropped a bombshell, and it’s a tough pill to swallow for the club. James Garner, who we all know is a key player, has undergone surgery for a groin problem, and that’s a gut punch to their midfield plans.
Garner’s Road to Recovery
The hope right now is that Garner will be back on the pitch around the start of the new Premier League season. It’s a tight turnaround for sure, but that’s the target. Missing a talent like him, even for pre-season, shows how much they rely on his presence.
The Sidelines Pile Up
Garner isn’t the only one out right now either. In their recent goalless draw against Bolton in a pre-season friendly on Saturday, both Hayden Hackney and Tyler Dibling were also absent. Hackney, a summer signing, is still building up his fitness after an injury that sidelined him at Middlesbrough at the end of last season. Dibling, on the other hand, was out with what’s being called a “minor knock.” You never want to see these early season bumps, even if they’re not major.
Looking Ahead to Kickoff
With the new Premier League season just around the corner, getting these guys healthy and ready is the top priority. Every single player matters, especially when you’re hoping to hit the ground running. Let’s hope for quick recoveries and a strong start when the real games begin.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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