Carlo Ancelotti is hoping his own experiences with injuries can help Jean-Philippe Gbamin return stronger than ever after a nightmare first season at Everton.
The midfielder has made just two appearances for the Toffees since signing for a fee of £25million last summer.
The 24-year-old was first sidelined with a muscle injury in August. He finally returned to training ahead of the Premier League restart in June but was dealt another blow after rupturing his achilles.
But Ancelotti, who experienced his own injury troubles as a player, believes Gbamin will return to the first-team a stronger player.