Doctor: Everton Star Unlikely to Complete 90 Minutes Against Southampton Due to Recent Injury
Dr. Rajpal Brar suggests Jarrad Branthwaite may not be fit to play a full 90 minutes for Everton against Southampton on November 2 at St Mary’s.
Injury expert Brar, a Physical Therapy and Sports Science specialist, has suggested that Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite may still be less than fully fit despite coming off the bench against Fulham on October 26.
He emphasized the importance of a cautious approach to his recovery, as pushing too hard could risk another injury setback and more time sidelined.
Speaking exclusively to Goodison News, Brar commented on Branthwaite’s situation, explaining, “Having an injury right after returning to play isn’t ideal, but it’s not unusual either.
His body is still adjusting to the demands of the game, which naturally carries some injury risk.
The best approach is to be methodical in managing his return.”
Everton’s reliance on Branthwaite is substantial; he’s one of their strongest defensive players and an essential asset for Sean Dyche’s side.
Losing him again would be a significant blow, as his presence in defense is crucial.
Dyche, undoubtedly, wants to avoid any long-term absence. Ideally, Branthwaite could play around 60 minutes in the next game against Southampton, allowing him to gradually build up his match fitness.
