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Sean Dyche has confirmed Seamus Coleman and Beto’s absence ahead of Wednesday’s Merseyside derby at Goodison Park, however, he expressed optimism about Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s availability.

The Blues enter the 244th edition of the local clash aiming to capitalize on Sunday’s crucial 2-0 home triumph over Nottingham Forest.

Calvert-Lewin was substituted midway through the second half of the Forest encounter due to a minor knock.

His fitness will be evaluated on Tuesday before manager Dyche finalizes his matchday squad.

However, Beto is set to miss the forthcoming fixtures against Liverpool and Brentford as he undergoes necessary protocols following a head injury sustained late in the game against Forest, where he was stretchered off.

Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Dyche said: “Hopeful [Calvert-Lewin] will be back for tomorrow.

We will wait and see on that one.

“[Beto] definitely won’t feature for these next couple of games but he will be back after that – following the protocols, and rightly so.

“All staff involved were terrific – getting on there quick and dealing with things effectively on his behalf.”

Seamus Coleman, who was sidelined with a minor groin issue last weekend, has resumed training on the grass.

However, he will not be fit enough to feature against Jurgen Klopp’s side.

Nathan Patterson has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a hamstring injury, while Lewis Dobbin is also unavailable with an ankle problem.

Additionally, Dele continues to recover from a groin issue and will not be in contention for the upcoming match.

Dyche added: “I’m well aware of all the records people keep telling me and all the rest of it.

“But you know, I am looking forward to the game.

It’s a game, and derbies are the game for the people where they live.

In all games, and in particular this one for the obvious reason.”

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