Martinez will not rush Jagielka back

Distin picked up a suspected hamstring injury in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Manchester United at Goodison Park, and was replaced by Antolin Alcaraz at half-time.

The injury to the veteran Frenchman leaves Everton with just two recognised centre-backs available, in the form of Alcaraz and John Stones.

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