Anjishnu Roy 22/10/2025 comments  |  Jump to last

Jarrad Branthwaite, who underwent a hamstring surgery on Tuesday, has said that the operation was successful. The Everton centre-back suffered another major setback when he was on the verge of returning from injury.

The 23-year-old was even involved in group training and David Moyes had considered including him in Everton’s squad for the trip to Etihad to face Manchester City last week. However, Branthwaite, who is yet to play a single minute of competitive football this season after an injury-riddled pre-season campaign, is facing another long spell on the sidelines. He suffered a complication with his previous hamstring injury and the club’s medical stuff recommended surgery.

“Operation completed successfully. Thanks to the medical team for their work and to everyone who’s reached out with messages of support,” Branthwaite said on social media with a picture of himself in a hospital bed.

“Even the negative ones add fuel to the fire and make me more determined.

“It’s been the toughest spell of my career so far but challenges build character. I’ll be stronger and better. Don’t doubt it.”

While Branthwaite’s recurring hamstring issues are...