Everton fans are devastated after news broke suggest the recent injury to Bernard is worse than was initially feared.The club have confirmed that the Brazilian suffered a grade 2 medial ligament injury during the game against Brighton & Hove Albion.There is no set return date right now as the medical staff wait for a further diagnosis from the knee experts at the club to ensure his fastest possible return.Prior to the injury against the Seagulls, Bernard was one of the few Everton players who had finally started to hit some form. His goal against West Ham United was his second in the Premier League this season and gave a glimpse into what the 27-year-old can offer Marco Silva.
The injury just adds to the harsh luck Everton are enduring this season, as Yerry Mina was sidelined last week as well. Also, against Brighton, a controversial VAR call allowed the home side to equalise, shortly before an unfortunate own goal from Lucas Digne lost the points in the dying seconds.
Some Everton fans have claimed this new injury could run them into the relegation zone, whilst others suggested it sums up their troubles this season.
Here’s what a select few have had to say…