Vitalii Mykolenko expects to return for Everton v Southampton
Everton will travel to St Mary’s to face Southampton in the Premier League clash on Saturday [19 February].
According to reports from Liverpool Echo, the Toffees are likely to welcome back Vitalii Mykolenko for that game, after he missed the previous 3-0 win against Leeds United.
Mykolenko joined in the January transfer window, signed by Rafael Benitez, and has made one appearance in the Premier League so far.
Big decision
The return of Mykolenko would serve as a huge boost for Frank Lampard.
Every manager likes to have a fully fit squad at his disposal as it gives him loads of opportunities to tinker with the system.
Everton are bubbling with confidence following their 3-0 win against Leeds United in their previous game, and Lampard will be looking to make it back-to-back wins in a row when they face Southampton.
Against Leeds, Lampard used Jonjoe Kenny in the left-back role. Despite playing out of position, Kenny produced a superb performance, showcasing excellent defending skills.
He has done nothing wrong to face a drop from the starting line-up. But Lampard would be tempted to start with a natural left-back away from home.
Kenny has struggled to make an impact in recent years and spent time on loan last season. However, he has made a strong impression already, and Lampard could look to give him more opportunities going forward.
Lampard, however, will welcome this selection headache.
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