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'Gbamin needs support' - Everton boss Silva calls for patience

The Ivory Coast international could be out of action for more than three months after he had successful surgery

Everton manager Marco Silva has called for patience with Jean-Philippe Gbamin as he begins his rehabilitation.

The midfielder has only played twice for the Goodison Park outfit since his summer switch from Mainz 05 after he sustained a thigh injury.

The Ivory Coast international suffered the injury while taking a shot during a training session in August and was expected to return to action in November.

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However, after undergoing surgery, the Toffees confirmed the 24-year-old will be out of action for three months.