Martinez says Lukaku could play this weekend
Everton manager Roberto Martinez has delivered some good news to Everton fans with the news that Romelu Lukaku could be involved in the game this weekend and giant striker Lacina Traore could play a part in tomorrow nights match against Crystal Palace.
Martinez did confirm that Traore probably isn’t ready to play 90 minutes but he thinks he will be involved at some point.
“He is progressing really well. I didn’t expect him to be available just yet but he is. It’s just a case of getting him that match fitness to avoid any sort of risk. He is not far off. I think he will be involved somehow but I don’t think he’s ready to play 90 minutes yet.”
Lukaku is back in Liverpool and could return for the weekends FA Cup game against Swansea City.
Martinez added: “We have had real positive news on Romelu, he is back with us and is going to be ready very soon, if it’s not this weekend it will be next weekend. he has come back refreshed and desperate to enjoy his football once more.
“Antolin is training with the group and should be fully fit for the West Ham game.”
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