EVERTON v Manchester City: Sylvain Distin set to make comeback against old employers

Sylvain Distin could be in line for a return to action against one of his former teams when Everton host Manchester City in the Barclays Premier League. The Toffees defender has not played since early December but is nearing a full recovery from his hamstring problem. Manager David Moyes has confirmed Lucas Neill is available to play against City before his proposed move to Galatasaray. Recovered: Distin (right) could play a part against CityVictor Anichebe, Mikel Arteta, Tony Hibbert, Phil Jagielka, Jack Rodwell and Dan Gosling are all injured, while Ayegbeni Yakubu and Joseph Yobo are at the Africa Cup of Nations. It is understood Brazilian striker Jo will not feature in the squad following his suspension for a breach of discipline. Provisional squad: Howard, Distin, Heitinga, Baines, Neill, Bilyaletdinov, Vaughan, Cahill, Neville, Fellaini, Pienaar, Osman, Donovan, Nash, Baxter, Agard, Coleman, Duffy.  CLICK HERE FOR THE REST OF THE WEEKEND PREMIER LEAGUE TEAM NEWS  

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