Everton were dealt a huge blow during their clash with Manchester United on Sunday as Lucas Digne was forced off with an injury in the first-half.
Digne had been struggling with a groin injury during the week, which appeared to resurface as he was replaced by Leighton Baines at Old Trafford.
Twitter: 25′ We’re forced into an early sub at left-back.
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These Everton fans reacted to the injury…
Strikes again…
Twitter: @Everton Injury crisis strikes again (@140samshadow)
Well…
Twitter: @Everton Injury #53376 of the season (@adxmEFC)
Made of paper…
Twitter: @Everton Our players made of paper….
Wet paper at that!! (@ShaunChiefEFC)
Announce…
Twitter: @Everton Announce new fitness coaches (@MerryYerry)
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Whilst Digne is an important player for Everton and has been in good form this season, it must be noted that his replacement – Baines – was crucial to the first goal. It was Baines’ corner that found its way to the ankles of Victor Lindelof – who could only divert into his own net.
Everton will now be hoping that Digne’s injury does not rule him out in the long-term, with a busy Christmas schedule coming up for the Toffees. That being said, Baines is a more than capable player to step up and fill in for however many games he is needed for.
