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Adam Jones

Frank Lampard gives Richarlison injury update and Ben Godfrey Everton return date

Frank Lampard has given the latest injury news on his Everton squad as they prepare to travel to face Leicester City this weekend.

The Blues will be looking to continue their positive attitude achieved with a hard-fought win over Chelsea last Sunday when they take on Brendan Rodgers' side. A goal early in the second half from Richarlison last time out was enough to give Lampard's squad a rousing three points.

The Brazilian forward later limped out of the game before the 90 minutes was up. However, his manager confirmed that he should still be okay to face the Foxes on Sunday. Andre Gomes has also returned to contention, but Donny van de Beek remains on the sidelines.

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Ben Godfrey, meanwhile, has had a more firm date set on his return. The defender is set to miss this weekend's clash, but could be back in training with his team-mates in the middle of next week.

Lampard told his pre-Leicester press conference: "Yeah, Richy's got a bit of a sore ankle from the one he twisted at Liverpool. That's sort of been around since then, but hopefully will be fine.

"Andre's back in the squad for selection, Donny's not. Ben Godfrey is not fit, hopefully he'll be training with us in the middle of next week."

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