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MAY 23 • Associated Press

Set to leave Everton Doucoure will exit Everton following the end of his contract after the season, accoridng to his club.

Impact Doucoure has reached the end of his tenure with Everton, as the midfielder will look for a new club despite being offered an extension by the Toffees after five seasons with the club. This will be a hard leave for the club, as he has been a regular starter each of the past few seasons and also scored a goal that helped the club remain in the Premier League. In his time with the club, he has made 165 appearances, scoring 21 goals and 12 assists. He will play his final match for the club May 25 against Newcastle.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in victory Doucoure assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Fulham.

Impact Doucoure contributed to Everton's midfield stability and helped disrupt Fulham's rhythm by supporting both defensive and offensive transitions. His work rate was instrumental in controlling the midfield battle. He provided the assist for Vitaliy Mykolenko's equalizer in the stoppage time of the first half. It was his second assist of the season in 31 Premier League appearances. He will aim to contribute again on Sunday against Southampton.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Finds starting XI Doucoure (personal) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Fulham.

Impact Doucoure is available again after the midfielder's absence last week due to personal reasons, witht the attacker seeing a starting role immediately. He should continue in this role moving forward, starting in 29 of his 30 appearances this season.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Available once more Doucoure (personal) is available for Saturday's trip to Fulham, per manager David Moyes. "He's available this week, he had a personal issue."

Impact Doucoure was out with a personal issue, but has evidently sorted that out and is now back available once more. The midfielder is a crucial part of the starting XI as the top choice in attacking midfield. Carlos Alcaraz is likely to fall to the bench with Doucoure back.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to personal reasons Doucoure is out for Saturday's match against Ipswich Town due to a personal problem, accoridng to manager David Moyes. "Doucs has a personal problem which has meant he's not availa...

Impact Doucoure is on the outside of the squad Saturday despite no prior warning, as the midfielder has had to leave the team due to personal problems. Not much more is known about the situation, but he will hope the absence is short, with only a few matches left in the season. He was replaced in the starting XI by Carlos Alcaraz.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Logs another goal Doucoure scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Nottingham Forest. In addition, he w...

Impact Since the month of February and in Premier League action, Doucoure's form has picked up. He has three goals this season, and all of them occurred across his last eight EPL appearances.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Doucoure is fully fit and available for Saturday's trip to Wolves, according to manager David Moyes.

Impact Doucoure is fully available after missing out due to the birth of his son. The midfielder will be ready to take a role immediately in the starting XI, though Carlos Alcaraz has impressed when given minutes and could continue to eat into Doucoure's role.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Tuesday, back with team Doucoure (personal) has returned to training and appears to be an option again, according to his club.

Impact Doucoure missed the club's last match due to the birth of his child but he seems to have already returned to the club, as he was included in training Tuesday. This should clear him for their match on Saturday, which is good news as he is a regular starter when fit and available.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out for child Doucoure is out for Wednesday's trip to Brentford, as his wife is giving birth.

Impact Doucoure isn't available Wednesday while he's there for the birth of his child. Carlos Alcaraz should be in line for an increased role without Doucoure available to come off the bench and split time. Doucoure's first chance to return will be a March 8 trip to Wolves.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in return Doucoure scored a goal and assisted on another in Everton's 2-2 draw Saturday against Manchester United.

Impact Doucoure returned from his one-match ban to make an immediate impact, showing why he's a regular starter for the club. He should be able to maintain this form against Brentford, a side which has given up 42 goals in league play this season.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Doucoure is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Doucoure is back from his one-match ban after seeing a red card following Wednesday's contest, now available moving forward. He is a regular starter for the club and should be expected to gain that spot back immediately, starting in 21 of his 22 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Wednesday Doucoure was sent off in second half stoppage time of Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Liverpool.

Impact Doucoure was sent off for a late altercation during Wednesday's draw. The midfielder will now miss a Saturday trip to Crystal Palace via suspension. Doucoure will be eligible to return for a Feb. 22 clash with Manchester United.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opening goal in win Doucoure scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-0 win against Leicester City.

Impact Doucoure scored the opening goal in the first seconds of the game following an assist from Jordan Pickford. This was his first goal of the season and his season-high in shots with three attempts. He also created two chances, bringing his total to 18 in 21 league appearances, a solid stat for a defensive midfielder. He will look to maintain this form against Liverpool on Feb. 12.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

No shots on target in loss Doucoure generated one shot (not on goal), one cross (not accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus AFC Bournemouth. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact Doucoure did not manage any shots on target Saturday and made just one off target attempt. Across the field he engaged in nine duels (winning two), executed three clearances and performed an interception. The regular starting striker is having a disappointing season, he is yet to find the net or create an assist.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Doucoure (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to West Ham.

Impact Doucoure was a doubt for Saturday's clash with a knock, but passed the fitness checks and is straight back in the starting XI. The midfielder takes over in attacking midfield with Dwight McNeil (knee) on the sideline for Saturday's clash.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could make trip Saturday Doucoure (undisclosed) is on the right track to make the trip to West Ham on Saturday, said manager Sean Dyche. "[Doucoure] has got a chance. He's done very well to recover - we we...

Impact Doucoure was given a positive update as his injury is not something that will keep him out for weeks, giving him an option to play Saturday. The status of him starting is unclear however, though started the previous five games in the defensive midfield, with Orel Mangala in line for another late call to start for Everton.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out Saturday Doucoure (undisclosed) just missed out on Saturday's 1-0 loss to Southampton, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Doucs has an injury, but we don't think it is too serious. He tried...

Impact Doucoure just missed out Saturday after trying his injury in training, with the club appearing to take the cautious route and ensure he is fully fit before taking the field again. That said, he will look to return in their next match, facing West Ham on Nov. 9.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recovered from knock Doucoure is back training on grass after a knock, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Doucs had a situation but he was back out on the grass today so we will see how that reacts tomo...

Impact Doucoure was struggling with a knock, but is now back training on grass, giving him a good chance to play Saturday. With Dwight McNeil (knee) a game-time decision, Doucoure could be pushed further up the pitch if he's fit for Saturday's clash.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stable starter Doucoure has started all but two matches in the Premier League, creating four chances.

Impact Doucoure hasn't been much of an offensive contributor in the early potions of the season, but he's held on to a consistent role in the starting XI throughout. His ceiling is certainly limited, but Doucoure has a solid floor, and when fit he's a lock for big minutes.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores team-high seven goals Doucoure scored seven goals on 47 shots (23 on target) in 32 Premier League matches for Everton this season.

Impact Doucoure finished the campaign tied with Dominic Calvert-Lewin for the Toffees' scoring lead. With his seven tallies, Doucoure tied his previous PL best, having also scored seven times back in 2017-18 when he was with Watford. Depending on where Everton bolsters the midfield this summer, Doucoure could find himself moving away from an attacking role heading into next season.

JUNE 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Sheffield Utd Doucoure scored a goal off four shots (three on target) and sent in three inaccurate crosses during Saturday's 1-0 win over Sheffield United.

Impact Doucoure had one of his best recent performances here, always finding his way to step into the opposition's box and finish plays and that included the goal that gave his side all three points in play. Just after the half-hour mark, the midfielder was at the right place to head home a perfect cross from Dominic Calvert-Lewin. With seven goals over 31 starts, Doucoure is having his most prolific campaign since joining Everton four years ago.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE