Everton transfer news: Ronald Koeman’s top priority is to replace stricken Yannick Bolasie in January window
Cruciate ligament victim Bolasie to go under the knife as Everton boss bids to cover the loss of his best player this season
RONALD KOEMAN says buying a replacement for stricken winger Yannick Bolasie will be his top priority in next month’s transfer window.
The Everton boss admitted losing Bolasie for the season was a devastating blow.
The former Crystal Palace star has been Everton’s best player this season.
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But he could be ruled out for up to a year after suffering a ruptured cruciate ligament when he collided with Anthony Martial in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Manchester United.
Said Koeman: "First of all it's a big loss for everybody. First for the player, then for his team-mates and the whole club. He's an important player and it's a long-term injury.
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“He is travelling to London and will get a second opinion about the operation, which would normally be next week. For everybody it is a big disappointment.
“But it's also an opportunity for other players who did not play a lot. We know we need competition for places and a big squad.
"It's a big month coming up with a lot of games and we need everybody at a good level.
“We are still looking for some good options and maybe it is more necessary now than it was before because we have lost Yannick for a long time.
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"I don't speak about players or about rumours. But we know January is coming up and every day there is a lot of speculation. We need to do our work.”