Jeffers comes back into the fold

Last updated : 16 April 2004 By Austin Rathe
Francis Jeffers is back in the Everton first team after backing dow from his previous position of saying he never wanted to play for Everton again.

"Talks, instigated by Francis himself, were held earlier this week and the player has now resumed normal training," said an Everton statement. "Francis is now available for the club's final five Premiership fixtures, starting with Saturday's game.

"A period of reflection followed his weekend announcement that he no longer wished to play for Everton under the managership of David Moyes. Francis Jeffers has reconsidered his position and has now settled his differences with both club and manager. The club now regards the matter as closed."

It seems that Jeffers has finally come to terms with the fact that he has to answer to someone, which is good news. Maybe his career isn't over after all?