1 week Ago By Dr Rajpal Brar
Everton defender Vitalii Mykolenko appears to be on the brink of returning from a thigh injury, according to Dr Rajpal Brar.The injury expert claims that he could be going through full first-team training ahead of being in contention to be back in action.The Ukraine left-back missed the 1-1 draw against Arsenal due to the aforementioned injury.
Ashley Young has not played regularly at left-back. (Credit: Imago)Mykolenko likely to need late fitness test ahead of Nottingham Forest clashWhile the defender has not been ruled fit for the next one, it’s likely to depend on how he trains over the coming days.He was absent from the matchday squad against Arsenal and is still a doubt for the Nottingham Forest clash on 12 April.
ClubMatchesGoalsAssistsMinutesEverton (2022-Present)114329540Vitalii Mykolenko’s stats since joining EvertonSpeaking exclusively to Goodison News, Dr Brar, a specialist in Physical Therapy and a Sports Scientist, said about Mykolenko: “Don’t have much information on the details of this outside of a thigh injury but it sounds like he may be on the brink of returning soon. “If that’s the case, he will be going through full first-team training and being monitored for how his body responds to it. “For the next one, I reckon he’s touch and go and will require a late fitness test, which, if he clears, should not prevent him from starting.
“Mykolenko has been the go to left-back. (Credit: Imago)David Moyes would want Mykolenko back for the remaining Everton gamesDavid Moyes would likely want Mykolenko back for Everton’s clash with Nottingham Forest next weekend and the games ahead, given Nathan Patterson’s struggles at left-back during the recent defeat to Arsenal.Patterson, naturally a right-back, looked out of his depth on the left, lacking the positional instincts and defensive composure Mykolenko typically brings.
The Ukranian’s absence exposed Everton’s vulnerability down that flank, with Arsenal exploiting the space repeatedly. His return would restore balance, offering defensive solidity and better support in attack. However, rushing him back from injury could backfire.
Mykolenko’s fitness must be carefully managed and pushing him too soon risks aggravating the issue, potentially sidelining him for longer in an already congested season. The post Doctor issues Mykolenko injury update for Everton clash v Nottingham Forest appeared first on Goodison News..
