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'I was in tears... I got to my rock bottom': Michael Keane reveals his torment during injury-hit start at Everton after £30m move... and says he has now learned to look after his own mental health

Daily Mail | May 24, 2020

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Michael Keane has opened up about how 'embarrassed' he felt after a difficult start to life as an Everton player and how it severely impacted on his mental health.

The defender moved to Goodison Park from Burnley for a then joint club record fee of £30million in 2017, but endured a run of injuries and poor form as he struggled to adapt.

Keane, who has won 10 England caps since 2017, believes that talking openly to his family about his struggles was a 'breakthrough' and helped him turn a corner.

Everton defender Michael Keane has opened up on his mental health difficulties as a player
The 10-cap England international admitted he felt very low after moving to Everton in 2017
Keane opened up on his experiences and his progress in an interview with the BBC

Keane told the BBC: 'I didn't want to go out, didn't want to see anyone.

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