Orel Johnson Mangala (born 18 March 1998) is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Premier League club Everton, on loan from Ligue 1 club Lyon, and the Belgium national team.

Mar 18, 1998 · Orel Mangala, 26, from Belgium Everton FC, since 2024 Defensive Midfield Market value: €20.00m * Mar 18, 1998 in Brussel, Belgium

Mar 18, 1998 · Mangala has seen the worst possible outcome after an early exit from the club's last contest, as he has been diagnosed with a torn ACL. The midfielder will now return to France for his surgery and will re-link with Lyon, ending his stay on loan with Everton.

Aug 29, 2024 · Everton are set to soon be able to unveil Orel Mangala as a new signing with a medical imminent, according to TEAMtalk. The report [28 August] claims that Mangala’s deal is very close to completion, meaning he could make his debut back in the Premier League against AFC Bournemouth at Goodison Park on Saturday (31 August).

Jan 31, 2025 · Orel Mangal will return to Olympique Lyon from Everton after his injury, David Moyes shared. The Scotsman revealed that the midfielder will leave the Toffees soon after picking up a season-ending injury in the 1-0 win over Brighton on 25 January.

Jan 29, 2025 · Everton loanee Orel Mangala has been ruled out for “at least six months” in a major injury blow, according to Nieuwsblad. The Belgian news outlet reported on Tuesday (28 January) that he has torn the cruciate ligament in his knee and will need months of rehabilitation before he can step onto the pitch again.

Aug 30, 2024 · Everton have confirmed the signing of Orel Mangala. The midfielder signs for the Blues on loan for the rest of the season from Lyon. The deal is a straight loan, meaning there is no obligation or...

Orel Mangala is 26 years old (Mar 18, 1998), 178 cm tall and plays for Everton. Orel Mangala prefers to play with right foot. His jersey number is 8. Orel Mangala career statistics, match ratings, heatmap and goals are available on Sofascore for current and previous seasons.

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Aug 30, 2024 · Everton have completed the signing of Orel Mangala from Lyon on a season-long loan. The former Nottingham Forest midfielder joined the French club on loan in February before making the move...