- James McCarthy broke his leg in Everton’s 0-0 draw with West Brom on Saturday
- The midfielder was caught as he challenged West Brom striker Salomon Rondon
- Rondon was in tears and had to be consoled by his manager, Alan Pardew
James McCarthy has shared an update on his condition after his double leg fracture while playing for Everton against West Brom on Saturday.
The 27-year-old uploaded a picture to Instagram on Wednesday, two days after his operation, of him in hospital.
‘Just a quick message to say that my operation went well, thanks to all the staff involved!’ McCarthy said. ‘And a big thanks to all my family, friends and Olivia.
James McCarthy has thanked his family, friends and fans after having surgery on his leg
McCarthy suffered a season-ending injury against West Bromwich Albion on Saturday
‘Also cheers for all the messages, I appreciate it.’
McCarthy sustained the injury after an innocuous challenge with West Brom striker Salomon Rondon during the 0-0 draw at Goodison Park on Saturday.
Rondon was in tears after accidentally kicking McCarthy’s leg and had to be consoled by manager Alan Pardew.
He has contracted McCarthy’s family and said he plans to visit the midfielder once he is ready for visitors.
The West Brom forward also voiced his well wishes for McCarthy.
‘I am absolutely devastated after such an unfortunate incident,’ said Rondon. ‘I feel really sorry for James.
The injury was caused when Solomon Rondon connected with McCarthy’s lower calf area
Rondon was in tears at what happened and had to be consoled by his manager Alan Pardew
‘Rivalries are forgotten about when a colleague suffers such an unlucky injury.
‘Even if the move had resulted in a goal, I would have preferred not to score if it meant an opponent avoided suffering such a terrible injury.
‘I wish James a speedy recovery and hope to see him back playing again soon.’