By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Alex Iwobi will undergo a late fitness test to ascertain his readiness to feature in Everton’s Premier League clash against Southampton.
Iwobi was stretchered off the pitch in Everton’s Emirates FA Cup defeat to Manchester United at the Old Trafford last weekend.
The 26-year-old was expected to be sidelined for three weeks after undergoing scan.
The Nigerian international now look for a quick return to action earlier than the expected date.
Everton manager, Frank Lampard provided an update on the midfielder’s fitness ahead of the clash against Goodison Park.
“It’s a lesser injury than what we thought. So, we’ll see in the morning if he’s (Iwobi) ready to play tomorrow.’ Lampard told a press conference on Friday.
Iwobi has scored one goal and provided five assists in 18 league appearances for the Merseysiders this season.
