Distin (knock) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Aston Villa.

Manager Roberto Martinez indicated on Thursday that he did not think Distin would play Saturday, but not only did he return to fitness, he did so enough to get back in the starting XI. Fellow defender Seamus Coleman (hamstring) is also back, although he'll be on the bench for the start of Saturday's tie.

Distin (knock) is not expected to face Aston Villa on Saturday. However, Manager Roberto Martinez said that he expects Distin to be ready to face Tottenham on February 9.

Distin was unable to play in Tuesday's Merseyside derby, which turned into a disaster for Everton, as they got routed 4-0. It likely won't be as difficult for Everton to overcome his absence this week, although Distin will certainly be a boost ahead of the Tottenham tie.

Distin (knock) was unable to pass a late fitness test ahead of Tuesday's match against Liverpool.

There was some hope that Distin would be fit enough to play against a powerful Liverpool attack, but he was simply not up to it Tuesday. His next shot will come Saturday against Aston Villa at Goodison Park.

Distin picked up a knock and will need to pass a late fitness test to play in Tuesday's match against Liverpool at Anfield, the Liverpool Echo reports. Manager Roberto Martinez said "It is hard to tell. Probably the weekend [at home against Aston Villa] is a better option but saying that, all the players want to be available for the derby so it will be touch and go."

Distin will surely be needed against the powerful Liverpool attack, especially with Seamus Coleman (hamstring) not expected to be fit for the match.

Distin (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Monday's Premier League match against West Brom.

Distin has been dealing with a hamstring injury recently, although he has trained well recently and manager Roberto Martinez said Friday that he'd be back in the lineup. Distin has missed Everton's last three matches, but has a solid clean sheet opportunity Monday to make up for his absence.

Manager Roberto Martinez said Friday that Distin (hamstring) "is fit for Monday's game. He has trained well."

Distin has missed Everton's last three matches due to his hamstring injury, but will likely be back in the starting XI for Monday's match against West Brom, which certainly a clean sheet opportunity.

Distin (hamstring) is expected to return to the Everton lineup for Monday's match against West Brom after missing the squad's previous three matchups due to a hamstring injury, Team Talk reports. Everton manager, Roberto Martinez, said the defender has been through four training sessions without causing further injury.

Distin does not provide much offensively but has good fantasy value thanks to Everton's ability to keep clean sheets. Although on the road, Monday is another chance for Distin to contribute in fantasy.