Everton have only one option with Michael Keane’s future after latest injury news
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Credit: Imago Everton have only one option with Michael Keane’s future after latest injury news Wed 22 April 2026 7:45, UK Everton have been struck by the news that Jarrad Branthwaite has suffered another significant injury to his hamstring. The England international was stretchered off and it has now been reported that Everton’s injury issues are to continue, with the centre-back suffering another significant hamstring problem. 🏥 Everton Injury News 🏥 Access definitive fitness updates from Finch Farm: real-time injury news, recovery timelines, and the latest return dates for the Toffees’ first-team squad.
VISIT THE EVERTON INJURY HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Everton spurred into Michael Keane actionMichael Keane has proved his worth to Everton this season, having been so close to leaving the club on a free transfer last summer.The Toffees eventually tied the 33-year-old down to a one-year extension, and it is a good thing they did.Michael KeaneStats – Premier League 2025-26Appearances28Goals3Tackles30Recoveries76Clearances175Duels won129The former England international was ever-present in the first half of the season, making 28 Premier League appearances over the course of the campaign so far.And despite his age, Keane has been superb for Everton, providing a consistently high-quality option for David Moyes and standing as one of the key facets behind an unlikely charge for European football.The former Manchester United man will be needed for the remaining five games, too, after Toffees insider, the Bobble, reported that Branthwaite may need to undergo surgery after suffering another significant injury.Jarrad Branthwaite has suffered a significant hamstring injury and will be ruled out for the reminder of the season. The defender is to see a specialist to determine if an operation is required 🔵 pic.twitter.com/XoF5F6SUzQ— The Bobble (@ElBobble) April 21, 2026 View Tweet Luckily, the contract Keane signed last summer reportedly contained an option for a further year, with it now being absolutely vital that Everton trigger it.Everton may seek summer solutionsBranthwaite carries huge trust and admiration around Everton, and decision-makers will be patient with him as he recovers.But there is understandable concern about the Toffees’ options going into next season.
Keane and Tarkowski have a combined age of 66 and represent Moyes’ only other options, considering that Jake O’Brien plays at right-back.Especially if Everton qualify for European football next season, depth is an absolute must for transfer chiefs this summer.Should Branthwaite be ruled out for another six months, the Toffees cannot chance injuries to either of their other options. 🔵 Everton FC Master Hub 🔵 The definitive digital directory for the Toffees. Injury Hub Out: Jack Grealish (Foot)Doubt: S.