Jake O'Brien to get chance at centre-back in Tarkowski absence says David Moyes

"Well, I think Jake is a centre-half. I'm not worried about doing it, that's for sure," said the Everton boss.

CENTRE-BACK: Jake O'Brien scores for Everton. Pic: Adam Davy/PA Wire.

Everton defender James Tarkowski faces a race to be fit for the start of pre-season as he is set to undergo surgery on a hamstring injury.

The veteran centre-back's run of 109 consecutive Premier League appearances has come to an end and already manager David Moyes is anxiously looking towards preparations for the new campaign.