Premier League: Everton's Andre Gomes suffers horror ankle injury

Premier League club Everton have confirmed that midfielder Andre Gomes has dislocated his right ankle in Sunday's drawn game against Tottenham.  Portugal international is set to undergo surgery on Monday and could well be bracing himself for a lengthy spell on sidelines.

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Premier League: Andre Gomes' horrific injury

Everton were left reeling after midfielder Andre Gomes was taken off on a stretcher in second-half following a challenge from Tottenham's Korean forward Son Heung-Min which saw Portugal international collide with Serge Aurier. Son was red-carded following a VAR review, having initially been booked by referee Martin Atkinson for his tackle. Son was visibly distraught before being led down tunnel, while players from both teams were clearly affected by incident.

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Everton manr Marco Silva insisted Andre Gomes will return stronger than ever after serious ankle injury and insisted entire squad is with midfielder as he prepares for his surgery on Monday. Speaking during his post-match news conference, Silva told reporters that club will support Gomes in every way possible. He also revealed that entire dressing room is upset after incident, which probably is ir toughest moment this season. Tottenham defender Serge Aurier was also seen praying for Gomes' well-being.

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