Everton Injury News March 2026: Who Is Out, Who Is Doubtful and When They’ll Return

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Everton Injury News March 2026: Who Is Out, Who Is Doubtful and When They’ll Return

By Adrian Dane — WhatChan Football Writer

As of 08 March 2026, Everton have three players confirmed as ruled out, with David Moyes’s squad navigating a testing period in the Premier League calendar. Jack Grealish, Charly Alcaraz and Séamus Coleman are all unavailable, covering positions across the attacking midfield, wide areas and right flank. Here is everything confirmed about the Everton injury situation this month — who is missing, when each player might return, and what it means for the shape of the side.

Complete Everton Injury List — March 2026

Player	Position	Injury	Status	Expected Return
Jack Grealish	Attacking Midfielder / Winger	Ankle/Foot (post-surgery)	Ruled Out	01 June 2026
Charly Alcaraz	Attacking Midfielder / Forward	Other (undisclosed)	Ruled Out	21 March 2026
Séamus Coleman	Right Back / Right Midfielder	Other (minor knock)	Ruled Out	14 March 2026

Individual Injury Breakdowns

Jack Grealish — Ankle/Foot Surgery

Grealish’s absence is the most significant of the three. The 30-year-old, who joined Everton from Manchester City, underwent ankle and foot surgery in early February 2026 and has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. His potential return date is listed as 1 June 2026, effectively confirming he will play no further part in this campaign.

Speaking after his operation, Grealish was candid about his frustration: “Didn’t want the season to end like this, but that’s football, gutted. Surgery done and now all focus on getting back fit. I know for sure I will come back fitter, stronger and better than before.”

According to WhoScored data, Grealish has a WhoScored rating of 6.37 across his appearances for Everton this season, with one goal and one assist in the Premier League and League Cup combined. He has averaged 1.2 shots per game and completed 81.4% of his passes. His best output came in the League Cup, where he scored once across 124 minutes and earned a rating of 7.06. The loss of a player capable of operating across multiple positions in the final third — Grealish has played as an attacking midfielder centre, right and left — reduces Everton’s options considerably in wide creative areas for the rest of the season.

Charly Alcaraz — Undisclosed Injury

Alcaraz, 23, picked up his injury in training on a Sunday in late February, with the issue described by his manager as likely keeping him out for “three or four weeks.” That timeframe points to a return around 21 March 2026, though that date should be treated as an estimate rather than a firm guarantee.

The manager’s words at the time were precise: “Charly has got an injury which is probably going to keep him out for three or four weeks, we think. He picked it up in the last minute of training on Sunday, so he was a bit unfortunate because he would have probably started on Monday night.”

That last detail is telling — Alcaraz was in the starting eleven in the manager’s thinking before the knock intervened. The Argentine, who wears the number 24 shirt at Goodison, has posted a WhoScored season rating of 6.28 in the Premier League this season, with one assist and three yellow cards across five appearances. His best position is attacking midfielder centre, where he carries a 6.76 rating. Alcaraz offers a direct, physical presence in midfield — his strengths include aerial duels, holding possession and key passes, though his finishing is rated as a weakness.

Séamus Coleman — Minor Knock

Coleman’s absence is the shortest-term of the three. The Republic of Ireland right back, 37, picked up what the manager described as “a little nick” in training on a Friday, missing the weekend fixture. A return of 14 March 2026 is listed, suggesting he should be back in contention within the week.

The manager confirmed: “Seamus picked up a little bit of a nick, nothing serious, on Friday. So he missed out at the weekend… he won’t be available for this game, but we’re hoping he’s not going to be too long.”

Despite his age, Coleman remains an active squad member. His WhoScored season rating stands at 6.10 in the Premier League, with a pass completion rate of 100% in limited top-flight minutes. He earned a 7.07 rating in the League Cup across 168 minutes, demonstrating that he remains effective when called upon. Coleman can play as a right back or right-sided defensive midfielder, and his Ireland commitments show he is still a trusted international, having featured regularly in UEFA World Cup qualifying matches in the autumn of 2025.

How Everton’s Injuries Affect Tactical Setup

The combined absence of Grealish and Alcaraz strips Everton of two players capable of operating in the creative zones behind the striker. Grealish’s ability to carry the ball from wide left and cut inside, combined with Alcaraz’s more central driving presence, gave the side variety in how they attacked. Without both, the technical load in the final third falls more heavily on whichever options remain available — and the squad depth in those positions will be tested.

Defensively, Coleman’s short-term absence at right back is more manageable given his expected return date of 14 March, but it does mean cover is needed at right back or right defensive midfield for at least the next fixture or two. Coleman’s role as an experienced head in the defensive structure — his blocking ability is rated as a genuine strength — also carries an organisational value beyond pure statistics.

Grealish’s season-ending absence is the real tactical concern. He provided Everton with a creative outlet who could operate across all three attacking midfielder positions, meaning his loss removes flexibility rather than just one slot. Replacing that range is not straightforward from within a typical squad.

Who Steps In? Likely Replacements and Cover

The research data available does not confirm specific deputies named by the manager for each position. However, based on the positional breakdowns available from WhoScored, the following can be noted:

• Right back cover for Coleman: Coleman’s primary position is right back (DR), where he carries a season rating of 7.14. His absence will likely draw in a natural defensive replacement from the squad, potentially someone capable of playing at right back or right defensive midfield. No specific named deputy is confirmed in the available data.
• Attacking midfield cover for Grealish and Alcaraz: With both players out simultaneously, Everton will need to rely on whoever remains available in the squad capable of playing as an attacking midfielder or wide forward. Grealish’s WhoScored profile shows he has played as AMC, AMR and AML this season, so cover across all three positions in the final third is affected.

The available data does not name specific squad players who are confirmed fit and likely to start in these roles. Any naming of deputies beyond what is confirmed in the source data would be speculative.

When Will Everton’s Injured Players Return?

Here is a clear timeline of expected returns based on confirmed data:

• Séamus Coleman — Expected back around 14 March 2026. Minor knock; short-term absence only.
• Charly Alcaraz — Expected back around 21 March 2026. Three-to-four week timeframe from late February injury; first available for selection mid-to-late March fixtures.
• Jack Grealish — Ruled out for the remainder of the 2025/26 season. Potential return date listed as 1 June 2026, following ankle/foot surgery completed in early February.

For the next few weeks at least, Everton will be without all three. By the third week of March, Coleman and Alcaraz should both be back in the frame, while Grealish’s recovery is a summer project. Keep an eye on today’s football on TV to follow Everton’s upcoming fixtures live.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jack Grealish injured for Everton?

Yes. Jack Grealish underwent ankle and foot surgery in early February 2026 and has been ruled out for the rest of the 2025/26 season. His potential return date is 1 June 2026. He will not play again this campaign.

When will Charly Alcaraz return for Everton?

Charly Alcaraz picked up an undisclosed injury in training in late February 2026. The manager indicated he would be out for approximately three to four weeks, pointing to a return around 21 March 2026. That date is a best estimate based on the stated timeframe rather than a confirmed fixture date.

Is Séamus Coleman fit for Everton’s next match?

Séamus Coleman is currently ruled out with a minor knock sustained in training. His expected return date is 14 March 2026. The manager has described the issue as not serious, so barring any setback, Coleman should be available again in the coming week.

How many Everton players are injured in March 2026?

Three Everton players are currently confirmed as ruled out: Jack Grealish (ankle/foot, season-ending), Charly Alcaraz (undisclosed, three to four weeks) and Séamus Coleman (minor knock, short-term). No players are listed as doubtful or suspended in the available data.

Last updated: 08 March 2026. Injury statuses and return dates are based on confirmed data from club sources and WhoScored. These may change subject to further assessment.

Article by Adrian Dane, football writer and founder of WhatChan. Adrian covers Premier League news, match previews and football analysis for UK fans.