Carlos Alcaraz
EVEArgentina
Right
Nov 30, 2002
23
5'9"
150 lb
AM
LW
Box-to-Box
EvertonSet to miss several weeks
Alcaraz (undisclosed) is set to miss three to four weeks due to injury, coach David Moyes said in the press conference. "Charly has got an injury which will probably keep him out for three weeks or four weeks, we think. He picked it up in the last minute of training on Sunday. He would've probably started on Monday night if he hadn't picked up the injury."
Analysis: Alcaraz picked up an undisclosed injury in the final training session ahead of Monday's showdown with Manchester United, and the setback is expected to keep him on the shelf for three to four weeks. It is a tough break for the Toffees, as he provides solid depth in midfield, even though he logged just 11 minutes across his last four available appearances. He had been in line to start against the Red Devils, but instead he will now face an extended spell on the sidelines before making his return for Everton.
Suffers injury in training
Alcaraz (undisclosed) picked up an injury in Sunday's training session and was ruled out for Monday's 1-0 loss against Manchester United, coach David Moyes said to the media. "Unfortunately, Charly picked up an injury in training yesterday which has ruled him out."
Analysis: Alcaraz was unavailable for Monday's loss to Manchester United after picking up an injury in Sunday's training session. The attacking midfielder is expected to undergo further evaluation in the coming days to determine the exact nature of the issue and map out a clearer return timeline. That said, his absence doesn't shake up the Toffees' starting XI, as he had been buried on the bench in his previous four available matches, logging just 11 total minutes over that stretch.
Fit for bench
Alcaraz (undisclosed) is on the bench for Monday's match against Leeds United.
Analysis: Alcaraz was back training with the team this week, and that has led to his return, with the attacker chosen for a bench spot. After five games out, he is likely to remain in a rotational role, starting in six of his appearances this season.
Training with team
Alcaraz (undisclosed) resumed team training this week and is nearing a return, coach David Moyes said in the press conference. "Alcaraz is back training. He is certainly getting much closer to it, that's for sure."
Analysis: Alcaraz has missed the last five games across all competitions due to an injury but he is getting very close from making his return to the match squad since he was spotted training with the team this week. The attacking midfielder started four of his last five appearances for the Toffees and could claim back a similar role once back available to play, likely in the coming weeks.
Still not training
Alcaraz (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's match against Aston Villa and has yet to train, according to manager David Moyes. "They're getting closer, but they're not training yet."
Analysis: Alcaraz is going to be out for another match on Sunday, set to be sidelined a fifth straight game as he recovers from injury, although he has yet to train. He will now turn to next week to find the training pitch again, but that is up in the air, hoping to be an option again before the end of the month.
Expected to remain out
Alcaraz (undisclosed) is expected to remain out for Wednesday's match against Wolves, according to manager David Moyes.
Analysis: Alcaraz has missed the last two matches despite Moyes not really giving an update on his actual injury. After starting four of five matches, Alcaraz is set to miss his third straight match with an unknown issue. His absence means more time for Tyler Dibling and Merlin Rohl while Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Iliman Ndiaye are also out.
Ruled out against Brentford
Alcaraz (undisclosed) failed to recover in time for the upcoming game versus Brentford, the team reported Friday.
Analysis: Alcaraz will see his inactivity period extended to two weeks due to an undisclosed issue. This means that Everton will remain without two No. 10 options given that Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (hamstring) is also sidelined, so Dwight McNeil could feature alongside Tyler Dibling and Jack Grealish in the attacking midfield line going forward.
Falls to sidelines
Alcaraz is out for Tuesday's match against Nottingham Forest due to an injury, according to manager David Moyes. "I'm not going to tell you what the injuries are, but obviously they're both missing the game, so we're disappointed because it adds to quite a big number at the moment [of players we have out]."
Analysis: Alcaraz is not with the team Tuesday after a quick turnaround for Saturday's match, as the attacker has been dealt an injury that is yet to be announced. With little info available, it leaves his status for Sunday's game up in the air. He has started two straight games since the AFCON departures, with Merlin Rohl starting in his spot Tuesday.
Struggles in front of goal
Alcaraz registered three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Arsenal.
Analysis: The attacker was back in the starting lineup but couldn't do much in front of goal, putting only one of his three shots on target. If he maintains this volume, he should see better results against a Burnley team which has allowed 34 goals in 17 matches.
Assists on only goal
Alcaraz assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against AFC Bournemouth. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute.
Analysis: Alcaraz came up clutch with his first assist of the season, as he delivered a ball to Jack Grealish, who buried the winning goal from outside the box in the 78th minute. This marked the third start in 11 appearances on the year for Alcaraz, as he also set season highs with three shots and two chances created in the victory.
Two shots from bench
Alcaraz generated two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Alcarez would appear at halftime of Sunday's match, recording 45 minutes in the win. He recorded two shots, a chance created and a cross, a decent match as he also helped with the second half comeback. He has yet to start since the season opener, with one start in five appearances this season.
Struggles in loss
Alcaraz recorded one shot (one on goal) in Monday's 1-0 defeat to Leeds United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 63rd minute.
Analysis: Alcaraz failed to get much done during Monday's Premier League opener. He was held quiet by the high press of Leeds and struggled for any time on the ball. The attacker isn't going to have it much easier in other matches, as Everton seem set to struggle against most opponents. Alcaraz has some offensive upside, especially if Everton switch to a more expansive formation perhaps in home matches.
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