Everton manager Sean Dyche expects key duo Jarrad Branthwaite and Dwight McNeil to be available for Saturday’s game against Brentford. The pair have both been nursing injuries in recent weeks, with Branthwaite withdrawing from the England squad due to a “minor” groin problem and McNeil having missed Everton’s 0-0 draw at West Ham before the break with a knee issue.

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McNeil missed the goalless draw with West Ham last time out due to a knee problem, while Branthwaite did play in that match but pulled out of international duty with England due to a minor groin issue. It seems likely that both will be involved at Goodison Park on Saturday at 3pm when the Toffees host the Bees, though.

Everton star Jarrad Branthwaite is being watched closely by top European clubs following his return to fitness at Goodison Park.

Speaking in his pre-match press conference at Finch Farm to preview Brentford’s visit, Dyche said: “Dwight (McNeil) has come through it well actually and has had a really good week training. Jarrad trained today after settling things down so we’ll see how he responds overnight but we’re hopeful on that and he should be ok.

Everton - Dyche starts both Branthwaite and McNeil, with Lindstrom keeping his place too. Brentford - Frank has his trio of injured players available, Mbeumo, Wissa and Pinnock. With the last international break of the year now behind us,

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