Report: Everton player called ‘top-class’ by Klopp expected to start on Sunday

Everton’s Richarlison expects to play for Carlo Ancelotti’s side against Fulham on Sunday, according to the Liverpool Echo.

Richarlison was the victim of a fierce tackle from Edinson Cavani in midweek, when representing Brazil.

The Everton forward, who was hailed as ‘top-class’ by Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp (BBC Sport), said after the game that he could have broken his ankle, if he had been more unfortunate.

However, Richarlison is not thought to have taken any damage, in what looks to be a major boost to Carlo Ancelotti’s side.

Richarlison’s importance to Everton has been highlighted in recent weeks, as their winning streak has crumbled without him.

The Toffees have lost in all three games that Richarlison has missed with suspension, which has seen them slide down the table.

The pressure will now be on Ancelotti’s side to beat struggling Fulham, otherwise they could undo much of the excellent work which saw them lead the Premier League table in the early part of the season.

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