Moyes concern over Li Tie call-up

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Everton boss David Moyes admitted his concern after midfielder Li Tie was called up by China for their World Cup qualifier with Hong Kong.
The 27-year-old broke his leg in training in February, and Moyes said he was not yet ready to play.

"It is such a big game for China that they are desperate to have him," Moyes told Everton's official website.

"We might let him go to help with their morale as he is such an influential player, but he is not ready to play."


Moyes added: "He looks as if he is still a good couple of months away from being fully fit. It is a cause for concern."

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Everton take Hangeland on trial

Norway defender Brede Hangeland has travelled to England to begin a trial with Everton.
Hangeland has been linked with Everton for around two years and a move in the January transfer window could follow.

"I want to make a good impression on and off the field. I hope it's a nice club," the 23-year-old told the Liverpool Daily Post.

"It would be a great career move and I'm not afraid to take it. I've been waiting for Everton's call."

Hangeland's current boss, ex-Blackburn manager Roy Hodgson, has tipped him to shine in the Premiership.

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"David Moyes called to ask if he was good enough to play in the Premier League," said Hodgson, who now manages Viking Stavanger in Norway.

"Brede is definitely good enough for the Premiership. I told Moyes that.

"Even though he will be impossible to replace, I cannot lie when one of my friends asks for advice."

Li Tie back in Everton training
Meanwhile, Everton's Li Tie has been recalled to China's squad for this month's World Cup qualifier against Hong Kong.

Li has been out since breaking his leg in January.

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