Coleman, Rodwell, Tim Cahill doubtful for Everton

Everton are still short on numbers as they prepare for tomorrow’s Barclays Premier League clash against Blackburn at Goodison Park.

Seamus Coleman, Jack Rodwell (both ankle) and Tim Cahill (foot) are getting closer to fitness but again rated doubtful.

Playmaker Mikel Arteta (hamstring) remains on the sidelines despite making good progress but Louis Saha and Marouane Fellaini are long-term absentees.

The injury situation could see the likes of youngsters Magaye Gueye and Apostolos Vellios get further opportunities.

Provisional squad: Howard, Hibbert, Distin, Jagielka, Baines, Bilyaletdinov, Neville, Heitinga, Osman, Beckford, Anichebe, Rodwell, Cahill, Coleman, Gueye, Vellios, Mustafi, Baxter, Duffy, Forshaw, McAleny, Nsiala, Mucha.