Everton's James Garner faces extended absence due to back injury

Everton midfielder James Garner will be out for several weeks due to a new back injury, according to manager Sean Dyche. Garner has missed the last two matches and will need to be careful as he recovers. Garner's injury adds to Everton's challenges, with fellow midfielder Tim Iroegbunam also sidelined due to a foot injury. Striker Armando Broja has yet to play since joining on loan, while defender Jarrad Branthwaite has struggled with a thigh issue. Dyche is optimistic about Dwight McNeil's potential return for the upcoming match against Southampton. McNeil has been working with the physio team, and Abdoulaye Doucoure is also recovering from a minor issue.