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Phil Jagielka and Sylvain Distin could be back in the Everton team to face City, Roberto Martinez has confirmed.

Jagielka has been out of action since sustaining a hamstring injury in February but is back in training and may go straight into the starting XI.

Distin, meanwhile, has been troubled by a similar issue, though he appears a less likely bet to feature against his former club.

“Phil has done really well in his programme and has developed strength in his muscles. He looks completely regenerated and is desperate to be available," Martinez told the club's official website.

“It will be a late call whether he is available or not but I would be surprised if he doesn’t make the squad for Saturday.

“Sylvain Distin again is pushing himself to be available. We need to carry on with the programme that he has and make sure that the treatment is bringing a good effect.

“I would say he is 50/50 for the weekend but now we have hope that we will see Sylvain before the seasons ends which is a fantastic bonus.”

Everton could also welcome back defender Leighton Baines, who sustained a knee problem late on during Everton's weekend defeat to Southampton.

“Leighton did incredibly well on Saturday to be on the pitch after having a knock because he had some discomfort in his knee. We had the tests and the scans, and everything is very positive," he continued.

“He’s going to be treated over the next few days to see how he responds but we don’t expect any major problem, so hopefully he can be involved in Saturday’s game.”