Jarrad Branthwaite is set to return to Everton’s first-team soon, according to Toffees manager Sean Dyche - but the England defender may not feature in their game against Ipswich Town this weekend despite being back in training after a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

Everton supporters will hope to get a number of positive injury updates from the manager a couple of days before the contest. Jarrad Branthwaite, Seamus Coleman and Vitalii Mykolenko all missed the clash with the Magpies a fortnight ago, while James Garner also looks to be a doubt for the game.

Everton have injury issues heading into the Premier League fixture. Sean Dyche is primed to include teenager Harrison Armstrong in his Everton squad for today’s clash against Ipswich Town. The Toffees have been hit with a double injury blow during the international break.

Everton manager Sean Dyche has given his thoughts on the Merseyside Derby that will be kicking off at 12:30 GMT on Saturday. The Blues arrive at Anfield with the positive result from the Bournemouth match and three wins out of the past four games.

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The Everton manager spoke ahead of their clash with Ipswich Town this weekend. Everton manager Sean Dyche has confirmed that Jarrad Branthwaite is still a doubt for the weekend’s game with Ipswich Town.