A damaging injury to Yannick Bolasie means that Everton will need to seek cover in the January transfer window, according to manager Ronald Koeman.

What's been said?

With the hectic festive schedule fast approaching, Everton were dealt a hit when Bolasie was struck with a serious injury.

The 27-year-old winger suffered ligament damage during the Toffees’ 1-1 draw with Manchester United last Sunday and had to be removed from the pitch around the hour mark.

As a result of surgery, Bolasie is expected to miss the rest of the season, which has sparked suggestions that Koeman will need to find cover.

The Dutchman pretty much admitted that he will need to bring in fresh recruits while addressing the media in his pre-match press conference. He said:

“It's 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.”

Will a move for Depay be top of the list?

Unless you have been living under a rock for the past few weeks, you will know that Everton have been heavily linked with Manchester United winger Memphis Depay.

Squawka recently reported that the Merseyside outfit have already opened talks with the Red Devils regarding a potential January switch, and now that Bolasie is out of contention due to injury, those rumours are expected to intensify.

The report adds that United are open to shipping Depay out on loan for the time being, and Roma are also thought to be interested in taking up that option, but with the injury blow to consider, Koeman may act fast to get his man.

If a transfer happens, it would be one that would suit both parties as Everton will have top-level footballer who can use strength and power down he flanks, and Depay will be able to revive his career.

The Dutchman has made just one start under Jose Mourinho this season.

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