Régis Le Bris has some big decisions to make as Sunderland look to continue their strong home form against Everton.
Here, we predict what his starting XI and bench for the Monday Night Football game might look like...
Continues to impress and is quite simply one of the first names on the teamsheet right now.
1. GK - Robin Roefs
Continues to impress and is quite simply one of the first names on the teamsheet right now. | Getty Images
A strong performance last weekend, possibly his most impressive yet at the level, means he will surely keep his place despite fierce competition for places in defence.
2. RB - Trai Hume
A strong performance last weekend, possibly his most impressive yet at the level, means he will surely keep his place despite fierce competition for places in defence. | Photo by Chris Fryatt.
Mukiele has made himself indispensable with a series of superb performances - as well as that mighty long throw.
3. CB - Nordi Mukiele
Mukiele has made himself indispensable with a series of superb performances - as well as that mighty long throw. | Nordi Mukiele by Chris Fryatt.
Deservedly recalled to the starting XI over the last couple of weeks and has produced top performances to more than justify Le Bris's faith. Even if Alderete is fit after a concussion, Ballard will surely keep his place.
4. CB - Dan Ballard
Deservedly recalled to the starting XI over the last couple of weeks and has produced top performances to more than justify Le Bris's faith. Even if Alderete is fit after a concussion, Ballard will surely keep his place. Photo: ANDY BUCHANAN