James McCarthy suffers horrific double leg break in accident that leaves Rondon in tearsn
The Everton midfielder suffered a serious injury after making an attempt to block a West Brom shot and Sam Allardyce confirmed the worst news
Everton midfielder James McCarthy has suffered a horrific double leg break after Salomon Rondon accidentally kicked his leg in an attempted shot on goal.
The Baggies had been in a 1-0 lead in Saturday's Premier League clash from the seventh minute when Jay Rodriguez's goal had silenced Goodison Park.
In the 58th minute, McCarthy's attempts to block a shot resulted in West Brom striker Rondon kicking his opponent's calf at full strength instead of the ball.
Initial fears were that the Republic of Ireland international, 27, may have suffered a double leg break in the Premier League clash and Everton manager Sam Allardyce confirmed the worst at full-time.
The Toffees' official account tweeted shortly after accident: "Heart-breaking moment for James McCarthy as he is stretchered off with what looks like a broken leg after a last-ditch challenge. Thoughts with James."