Everton to assess Gareth Barry ankle worry over next 24 hours.


Barry was replaced in the second-half of Thursday night's Europa League win over Lille after damaging his ankle and sustaining a cut on his shin.

Martinez says Barry's shin injury will not stop him being fit for Sunday's trip to Sunderland but the Blues medical staff need to take a closer look at his ankle complaint.


Martinez said of Barry:

“We came through the game with just a knock on Gareth Barry. This morning he was showing a long cut on his shin, which is nothing to worry about".

“For the weekend, the only thing maybe to worry about is his ankle. He had a massive knock and we need to give it another 24 hours".