Everton confirm major fitness boost ahead of West Ham and Burnley games
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Everton have been handed a fitness boost ahead of their trip to West Ham United next weekend.
The Blues have confirmed that Fabian Delph is back in training - having been sidelined for more than three months.
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Hide AdDelph has managed just six appearances for Everton during their Premier League relegation-threatened season.
And he’s yet to be available since Frank Lampard took over the Goodison Park hot seat from Rafa Benitez.
Delph’s last appearance arrived in a 3-1 loss at Crystal Palace on 12 December.
But the experienced midfielder is nearing a return to full fitness.
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Hide AdIt’ll prove a major fillip to the Blues’ survival bid if they can keep Delph fit.
The two-time Premier League winner can provide nous and know-how that has been lacking in recent weeks.
What’s more, Everton are missing Allan for the next two games against West Ham (Sunday 6 April) and Burnley (Wednesday 9 April) due to suspension.
Lampard’s side sit 17th in the table - three points clear of the drop zone and have two games in hand on 18th-placed Watford.