Valencia fit for Everton visit

Last updated : 19 January 2007 By Paul Farrington
Antonio Valencia
It is unlikely that Valencia will start with David Cotterill maintaining his position on the right flank.

Manager Paul Jewell said: "Whether or not he plays, I'll decide in the next day and a half but it's great to have Antonio back in the fold. He's worked hard to get back to fitness and there's no doubt we've missed him. It's another body in there who will add competition, which is exactly what I want."

While Valencia himself can't wait to get back into the team after a spell on the sidelines. He said: "It's horrible being injured and it's the most frustrating thing for a footballer.

"The medical staff here have treated me really well and I've kept on working hard. I know it's important not to come back too soon, but I'm straining at the leash at the moment and I'm desperate to play."