The 31-year-old man has been bailed.
Everton have confirmed they’ve suspended a first-team player pending an investigation.
The news follows Premier League confirmation that an unnamed Premier League footballer has been arrested on suspicion of child sex offences.
The 31-year-old man's been bailed while police continue to investigate.
Here's a short statement released by the club:
Everton can confirm it has suspended a First-Team player pending a police investigation. The Club will continue to support the authorities with their inquiries and will not be making any further statement at this time.
                            
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