Much of Erik ten Hag's focus on Sunday will be on his Manchester United players but the Dutchman could be forgiven for keeping an eye on Jarrad Branthwaite tomorrow.
United kick off a busy winter schedule with a trip to Goodison Park and a Premier League clash against Everton. The home side will be in a defiant mood on Merseyside, having been docked 10 points for breaching profit and sustainability rules.
That punishment has plunged Sean Dyche's side into the bottom three but it says much about their improved form this season that they are expected to survive.
They have won three of their last five and defensive strength has been at the heart of the success. ALSO READ: United's excuse for letting James Garner go has not aged well ALSO READ: Ten Hag addresses Varane's future and possible striker signing Branthwaite has made fleeting appearances for Everton in past seasons but this is his first campaign of consistent football at Goodison, partnering the experienced James Tarkowski.