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Phil Jagielka says Seamus Coleman's leg break has given Everton added motivation for Merseyside derby with Liverpool: 'We'll be thinking about him'

Everton captain Phil Jagielka believes the horrific injury sustained by Seamus Coleman provides additional motivation for his team-mates heading into this weekend's Merseyside derby.

The popular Republic of Ireland defender is facing months out after undergoing an operation on a broken tibia and fibula following a tackle by Wales' Neil Taylor in Friday's World Cup qualifier.

Jagielka hopes he and his team-mates will all be able to speak to the 28-year-old prior to Saturday's trip to Anfield - where they are looking to end a win-less run stretching back to 1999 - for extra incentive.