This archive report was first published on 4 November 2019.
On November 4, 2019, Everton midfielder Andre Gomes underwent surgery to repair a fracture dislocation of his right ankle, following a horrific injury sustained during a Premier League match against Tottenham at Goodison Park.
The incident occurred when Gomes fell awkwardly after a challenge from Tottenham's Son Heung-min, who was subsequently sent off by referee Martin Atkinson for endangering the safety of a player.
Everton Football Club confirmed that the procedure went extremely well, and the 26-year-old is expected to make a full recovery.
Tottenham's players, including Son and Serge Aurier, were visibly shaken by the incident, with Son in tears and Aurier substituted.
Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino felt the injury led to an over-reaction, stating, "It was clear it was never the intention of Son to create the problem that happened afterwards. It is unbelievable to see a red card."
Everton defender Mason Holgate said the team felt like they owed it to Gomes to get a result, but the draw still felt like a defeat.
