Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite set for hamstring surgery after setback
Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite will undergo surgery on Tuesday to address a complication in his recovery from a hamstring injury, the club has confirmed.

Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite will undergo surgery on Tuesday to address a complication in his recovery from a hamstring injury, the club has confirmed.
Manager Pep Guardiola has been impressed by Jack Grealish's impact on loan at Everton this season and has opened the door to his return to Manchester City.
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has signed a new four-year contract at Everton until the end of June, 2029.
Everton defender James Tarkowski has committed his future to the club by signing a new two-and-a-half-year contract extension that will keep him on Merseyside until 2028.
David Moyes revealed that Jack Grealish played through discomfort to deliver Everton a thrilling 2-1 comeback win over Crystal Palace on sunday handing Palace their first defeat in 19 matches.
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has backed his team to learn and improve following the late 2-1 loss against Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday.
Everton were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw with West Ham on Monday night as Jarrod Bowen struck to deny David Moyes' side a home win in Nuno Espirito Santo's first match in charge of the Hammers.
Jack Grealish has rediscovered his joy on the pitch at Everton after a challenging spell at Manchester City.
Liverpool booked their spot in the fourth round with a 2-1 victory over Southampton in a tightly contested match at Anfield.