'We just can't rely on him' - fans react to Branthwaite injury

TL;DR

Fans express concern over Jarrad Branthwaite's injury and its impact on Everton's European ambitions. Many question the team's reliance on him given his injury history.

Key points

Jarrad Branthwaite is injured
Fans are concerned about his injury history
Everton is chasing European football
Injury seen as a significant blow
Reliance on Branthwaite questioned

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We asked for your views on how big of a blow Jarrad Branthwaite's injury is to Everton as they chase European football? Is this more of a worry with his recent injury history?

Here are some of your comments:

Andy: Glad it is not serious. Hopefully Branthwaite will be fit and ready to go next season. I'm happy in a sense that he didn't make the England squad last time round, as missing out on a World Cup squad place now would have been a killer.

Colin: You've got to feel sorry for him after the first injury he suffered that kept him out for so long. He'll be missed by all the fans, and we wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing him in action next season.

Paul: It's a huge blow for Branthwaite to be out again, but we have Michael Keane to step in, and he has had a great season when called upon. Let Branthwaite recover now and hopefully he will be fit to start next season.

Thomas: He's been missing for a sizeable chunk of the season already. We've proven we can get results without him. I really wanted him to be the future of this club, but with his injury record, we just can't rely on him.

Iain: Although it's not exactly ideal, given how much of the season Jarrad has already missed, I'm not as worried about it as I might have been in previous seasons. Keane did a fantastic job before Jarrad came back from injury, and I've got no doubt he will step up once again. It leaves us a little thin on options, but with only five games left, I think we will be able to cope.

Q&A

What is the significance of Jarrad Branthwaite's injury for Everton?

Jarrad Branthwaite's injury is seen as a major setback for Everton as they pursue European football, raising concerns about their defensive options.

How has Jarrad Branthwaite's injury history affected fan opinions?

Fans are increasingly worried about Branthwaite's injury history, leading to doubts about the team's ability to rely on him for consistent performance.

What are Everton's chances of qualifying for European football without Branthwaite?

Without Branthwaite, Everton's chances of qualifying for European football may be jeopardized, as fans fear the impact on their overall squad strength.