The Liverpool Echo journalist Tony Scott has now dropped a big Everton team news claim before they play Liverpool away from home in the Premier League.
The Lowdown: Team news
Speaking to the media in his pre-game press conference ahead of the Merseyside derby, Frank Lampard confirmed that both Donny van de Beek and Andre Gomes have 'small injuries', and so will not play.
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He was also asked if Yerry Mina will be risked having just come back from injury in the 1-1 draw at home to Leicester City last time out, to which he said that they will make a decision 'closer to the game':
"It's a decision I have to make closer to the game. We have to understand we've got six more games after this."
The Latest: Scott reacts
Taking to Twitter, Scott has now given his reaction to Lampard's comments, claiming that he does not think that Mina will be risked for the derby:
"From Lampard's quotes today it looks increasingly likely that Yerry Mina won't be risked for the derby. The defender has completed 2 matches for Everton since October so it's crucial he's match fit for the more 'winnable' games."
The Verdict: Big Blow
It would certainly be a big blow if Mina is not able to play a part against their bitter rivals.
At a colossal six-foot-five, his presence is so key for the backline, as the Colombia international has ranked highly among his teammates in terms of average aerial duels won, clearances and blocks made per game in the Premier League so far this season (WhoScored).
It is likely that the Toffees will have to do a lot of defending at Anfield, and their defence is certainly stronger with Mina in it.
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