Sunderland have been handed a timely double boost ahead of their Premier League meeting with Everton, as manager Regis Le Bris confirmed that Omar Alderete and Simon Adingra are both back in contention for selection.
Thomas Frank has played down fitness concerns surrounding Pape Matar Sarr and hinted that the Senegalese midfielder could be in line for a return to Tottenham's starting line-up when they visit Everton on Sunday.
Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite will undergo surgery on Tuesday to address a complication in his recovery from a hamstring injury, the club has confirmed.
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has signed a new four-year contract at Everton until the end of June, 2029.
Everton defender James Tarkowski has committed his future to the club by signing a new two-and-a-half-year contract extension that will keep him on Merseyside until 2028.
David Moyes revealed that Jack Grealish played through discomfort to deliver Everton a thrilling 2-1 comeback win over Crystal Palace on sunday handing Palace their first defeat in 19 matches.