Everton take a surprise decision on Ross Barkley

Despite uncertainty surrounding his future, Ross Barkley has been included in the Everton squad that will compete in the Europa League.

Barkley has been linked with a move away from Goodison Park after refusing the chance to sign a new contract at the club last season.

The Toffees had been hoping to sell him before deadline day and accepted a bid from Chelsea; however it was the player who decided against the move at the last minute.

The England international Barkley underwent groin surgery during the summer and also suffered a torn hamstring which will keep him out of action for a month.

Though the 23-year-old will be expected to leave the Merseyside club in January, he is likely to now play a role in the clubs Europa League campaign and could play in games against the likes of Atalanta, Lyon and Apollon Limassol between now and the end of the year.

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