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Everton striker Armando Broja given oxygen after leg injury against Peterborough

Everton striker Armando Broja was given oxygen and carried off on a stretcher after injuring his right leg in an innocuous challenge in Thursday’s FA Cup match against Peterborough

JANUARY 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Injured again Broja (ankle) returned off the bench during Thursday's clash with Peterbrough United, but was forced off with another injury.

Impact Broja made his long-awaited return from an ankle injury and then was stretchered off minutes later. It's an awful turn for the striker who will now be evaluated for a serious injury. Beto and Dominic Calvert-Lewin will compete to lead the line moving forward.

JANUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Thursday Broja (ankle) is a late call for Thursday's match against Peterborough, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Armando has a chance [of being involved]. [The knock] has settled down a b...

Impact Broja looks likely to be facing a fitness test ahead of Thursday's match, with that deciding if he is given the green light or not. His chances of being involved don't seem to be high after only training with the physios, although he does have one more day to train, leaving his availability in the air. Even if he is fit, only expect him to see a bench spot after such doubt.

JANUARY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for assessment Broja is set for assessment after leaving the field early Saturday against Bournemouth, according to manager Sean Dyche. "We'll have to wait and see on Armando. He's caught the flo...

Impact Broja looks to be set for another injury after returning from a long-term absence just over a month ago, having gone down Saturday after kicking the floor when attempting a shot. That said, it appears to be a foot or ankle injury, although that is unconfirmed. He has started in two straight games so this will force a change if he misses more time, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin likely returning to his starting spot in Broja's absence.

JANUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Off with knock Broja is forced off the pitch during the 33rd minute of Saturday's clash with Bournemouth.

Impact Unfortunate for Broja, who had earned his second start in a row since returning from his long term ankle injury in early December. He will be reassessed after the match, leaving him questionable for the FA Cup clash with Peterborough United. Dominic Calvert-Lewin came on in his relief in the attack for Everton.

JANUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available again Broja is available for play after being loan-locked for Sunday's 0-0 draw against Chelsea.

Impact Broja is back as an option for the club after missing the club's last match due to playing his parent club. The forward will likely only see a spot on the bench now that he is available, as he mainly serves in a rotational role, only seeing two appearances off the bench all season.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loan-locked Sunday Broja is loan-locked and out for Sunday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Broja will be forced to sit out this weekend, as he is not allowed to play due to facing his former team. Luckily for the club, this is a minor absence, as he has yet to earn a start this campaign, only seeing two short cameos off the bench. He will next be available to face Manchester City on Thursday.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Broja (ankle) is on the bench for Wednesday's clash with Wolves.

Impact Broja is back on the bench, as expected, for Wednesday's clash with Wolves. The striker has been playing with the youth teams and working his way back to fitness. He's now been deemed fit enough for senior team minutes, at least off the bench.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Broja (ankle) is an option for Wednesday's match against Wolves, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Armando certainly will be in and around it."

Impact Broja is finally back from his extended absence due to ankle issues, as the forward is now set for a return against Wolves. This is solid news for the club, as it will be his season debut. However, he will likely only start on the bench and see time as a substitute, having to earn his starting minutes.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will get more minutes with U21 Broja (ankle) is expected to get more minutes with the U21 side Friday ahead of Sunday's trip to Manchester United. "AB [Broja] will get some minutes again today [With the U21's]"...

Impact Broja will get more playing time with the U21's as he continues to make great progress in his road to recovery. This puts him in great position to get the call to the squad Sunday, looking for his first senior team minutes of the season.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns with youth team Broja (ankle) was in the starting XI for Monday's clash with Watford in the PL Cup.

Impact Broja got back in the starting XI with the youth team during Monday's clash. The forward is working back from a serious ankle issue, but is doing well in his recovery. His next chance for senior team minutes is a Dec. 1 trip to Manchester United.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play with reserves Broja (ankle) has been getting involved in training for Everton and will likely play for the reserves side. "Broja [won't be] involved but he's back training. He's only just gettin...

Impact Broja is not yet fully fit, so he will not be called up to the senior team, despite training with the squad. Instead, he will likely play with the reserve squad to gain back fitness after being out for so long. He has also yet to make his Premier League debut with Everton, but he is aiming to return either in mid-December or early 2025, barring any setbacks.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out until after international break Broja (ankle) is not expected to return until after the international break. According to manager Sean Dyche, [He has been involved in training] in parts - he has basically been a...

Impact Broja was only involved in parts of training as he will not make the trip to West Ham with an ankle injury. This will keep him out until after the international break, giving him an extra week to work on his fitness. Until the forward is comfortable playing with his new teammates, he will likely remain on the bench for the time being once ruled fit for Everton.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Broja (ankle) was seen back in training ahead of Saturday's trip to West Ham.

Impact Broja was able to return to training on schedule after missing the last two and a half months with an ankle injury. A return Saturday will be a stretch, however possible if the forward passes fitness in time. In any case, he has a better shot for the clash with Brentford after the international break, giving him an extra week to return to full form.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

A week from training Broja (ankle) is about a week from training, according to manager Sean Dyche. "The crossover will occur maybe next week when he starts the light stuff with us - warm-ups and posses...

Impact Broja is targeting a return to light training, but even then he would need to get involved in a team action to push for a starting spot. Broja is a doubt to return before the November international break, though he has an outside chance for a Nov. 9 clash with West Ham.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Almost training Broja (ankle) is set to return to training soon, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Broja is getting on the edge of coming into training. He's doing loads of work with the sports sc...

Impact Broja is making solid progress, as the forward is now on the brink of a return to training. He is expected to see a soft start, then continuing and intensifying his training further down the road. That said, he will still need more time, with a return likely coming following the November international break.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ramping up fitness Broja (ankle) is training on grass and is eyeing a return to group training soon, according to manager Sean Dyche. "He is in front of Youssef with his comeback - he will need a gam...

Impact Broja looks to be closing in on his return, with the forward having trained on grass Thursday. That said, he is now eyeing a return to group training, with that possibly taking place next week. If this is the case, the forward shouldn't be sidelined too much longer, with a return in early November likely amid no setbacks.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming for mid-November return Broja (ankle) is expected to return near mid-November, according to Simon Johnson of The Athletic.

Impact Broja is starting to step up recovery as he nears a return, with the forward now expected to be an option around mid-November. He still has yet to train fully, having only worked on the side to this point which is the reason he will likely need around another month to recover. Either way, this is great news for the forward who has yet to debut, as he will aim to be an option against Brentford on Nov. 23 following the final international break of the season.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out with foot issues Broja (ankle) is still out and will need a decent amount of time before a return, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Armando is going to be a bit of time. I think everyone is aware...

Impact Broja will remain out for the time being, likely still needing around two weeks to a month before he thinks about touching the field again. This is due to an ankle issue he held when loaned to the club, having yet to overcome those issues. Even when he returns, he will likely only hold a bench spot, earning time in a rotational role with Dominic Calvert-Lewin holding the starting spot at forward.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to Everton on loan Broja has joined Everton on a season-long loan from Chelsea.

Impact Broja was one of many players at Chelsea who needed a move away, landing with the Toffees on deadline day. The forward will provide depth behind the oft-injured Dominic Calvert-Lewin at Everton.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea could offload Armando Broja as Bundesliga side open talks to sign striker | Goal.com US Armando Broja may be heading out of Chelsea once again as Stuttgart are reportedly in talks to sign the striker on loan.

AUGUST 11, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Struggles in Italy clash Broja drew three fouls, created one scoring chance and had one tackle and one clearance in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Italy.

Impact Broja led the line as expected but received very few feeds after his team got off to an early lead and failed to take a shot. He didn't score in eight matches with Fulham in the second half of last season, notching one assist and one key pass.

JUNE 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea slash Armando Broja asking price as Monaco join Christian Pulisic's AC Milan in hunt for striker | Goal.com US Chelsea are willing to accept a cut-price for Armando Broja as they look to offload the striker in the summer transfer window.

MAY 30, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Disappointing loan spell Broja recorded one assist in eight appearances (zero starts) at Fulham this past season.

Impact Broja was loaned to Fulham at the end of January and saw significantly less playing time than he did in the first half of the season with Chelsea. He appeared in just eight of 17 matches, averaged just over 10 minutes per appearance, and recorded one goal contribution. The 22-year-old will now head back to Chelsea where he will either look to break into a much-improved team or find a move to another club.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Broja assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Wolverhampton.

Impact Broja subbed on in the 79th minute and created Alex Iwobi's goal during stoppage time with his first assist in the season. The forward logged his fourtth appearance off bench for Fulham since transferring from Chelsea. He scored one goal during his time with the Blues in the campaign.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Everton striker Armando Broja given oxygen after leg injury against Peterborough