McCarthy confirms successful surgery on double leg break

Everton midfielder James McCarthy has confirmed surgery on the double leg break he suffered in the Premier League on Saturday was a success. McCarthy sustained the injury via a challenge with West Brom striker Salomon Rondon during Saturday's 1-1 draw at Goodison Park. But, after going under the knife, the Republic of Ireland international confirmed the surgery had gone well and he will now begin his recovery. "Just a quick message to say that my operation went well, thanks to all the staff involved!" McCarthy posted on Instagram. "And a big thanks to all my family, friends and Olivia. Also cheers for all the messages, I appreciate it."   Just a quick message to say that my operation went well, thanks to all the staff involved!  and a big thanks to all my family, friends and Olivia Also cheers for all the messages, I appreciate it A post shared by James McCarthy (@jamesmccarthy90) on Jan 24, 2018 at 4:18am PST