Everton injury news ahead of Manchester United and suspension update after red card

Everton Injury News and Suspension Update Ahead of Manchester United Clash

Everton are preparing for a tough Premier League clash against Manchester United this Sunday, December 1st, but manager Sean Dyche will have some positive news regarding his squad, despite recent setbacks.

Nathan Patterson Available for Manchester United

Right-back Nathan Patterson, who has been working his way back to full fitness after a hamstring injury kept him sidelined for most of the season, will be available for selection against Manchester United. Patterson made his return to competitive action with Everton’s Under-21s on Monday night but was sent off during the 1-0 defeat to Watford in the Premier League Cup. The 23-year-old received a second yellow card after kicking the ball away following a free-kick, but this suspension does not apply to senior football. As a result, Patterson will be eligible to play at Old Trafford.

Despite the red card incident, Patterson’s presence could provide a boost to the Everton defense, which has shown improvement recently, keeping two clean sheets in their last three games. Whether he will start or remain on the bench is yet to be determined, especially given the strong defensive performances of the club’s current first-choice defenders.

Armando Broja and Other Injury Updates

While Patterson looks set to feature, there are doubts surrounding the involvement of other players like Armando Broja, who made his first appearance for Everton’s Under-21s on Monday night following a long recovery from an Achilles injury. Broja played 45 minutes, but manager Dyche has indicated that the 23-year-old will need more time to regain match fitness and may not be ready for a senior team appearance just yet. Broja is expected to continue playing for the Under-21s as he builds up his match sharpness.

Additionally, Youssef Chermiti, who has been recovering from a summer foot operation, has returned to full training but is unlikely to feature for the senior squad just yet. Other players still recovering from longer-term injuries include James Garner (back), Tim Iroegbunam (foot), and Seamus Coleman (hamstring). While Coleman’s return is looking likely in the near future, the others are still working on their rehabilitation.

Selection Dilemmas for Dyche

As Everton face Manchester United, Dyche will need to make several key decisions regarding his lineup. Forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who has not scored since September, faces stiff competition from summer signing Beto, while midfielders Jesper Lindstrom, Jack Harrison, Abdoulaye Doucoure, and Orel Mangala will all be vying for starting spots.

With the upcoming series of difficult fixtures, including matches against top teams, Dyche will be hoping to make the most of his available players and secure a positive result at Old Trafford.

As Everton continues to struggle with injuries and inconsistency, the match against Manchester United will be crucial for Dyche’s side, as they seek to improve their fortunes in the Premier League.