Will Salomon Rondon make his Everton debut and could James Rodriguez feature against Burnley?

Everton restart their Premier League campaign after the international break with the visit of Burnley on Monday evening (20.00 BST).

After picking up seven points from their opening three matches, Rafa Benitez will be hoping for another positive result at Goodison Park. 

We take a look at the key questions and dilemmas the Toffees boss is posed with when it comes to selecting his starting line-up.

Who’s definitely absent?

Benitez has admitted that he has a couple of injury problems heading into the game.

Fabian Delph is one of them, with the midfielder still on the comeback from a shoulder injury.

Cenk Tosun continues his rehabilitation from a long-term knee injury.

Who’s doubtful?

Seamus Coleman pulled out of the Republic of Ireland’s final game with a hamstring injury but fears have been allayed.

Benitez expects the captain to be involved against the Clarets.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin also chose to be omitted from the England squad due to a thigh problem but is back training.

The striker has scored three goals in as many games so far.

In addition, Yerry Mina, Ben Godfrey and Tom Davies have also been training in the build-up to the clash.

It remains to be seen whether all will feature in the match-day squad.

Will James Rodriguez feature?

The Colombian opted not to depart Everton despite having options this summer.

Benitez talked about how Rodriguez needs to build up his match fitness after not being part of any match-day squads so far this season.

He could be named among the substitutes and would be an impressive option if a moment of magic is required.

Will Salomon Rondon make his debut?

You would certainly think the striker will be on the bench after joining on deadline day.

He is a potent option if Everton require a change of approach in the final third.

Benitez would likely want to introduce Rondon if the Blues are in a comfortable winning position.

Are there any selection headaches?

Central defence is where Benitez needs to settle down a partnership.

Many fans would concur that Ben Godfrey and Yerry Mina are Everton’s best centre-backs.

However, Mason Holgate and Michael Keane were faultless in the 2-0 victory at Brighton last time out.

They’d feel aggrieved to be dropped if that is the case - although it just might be the outcome.

Could a surprise selection be sprung?

It is unlikely. Everton are yet to be defeated this season and have established a core group of players - even at this formative stage.

What about the opposition?

Nathan Collins picked up a knock on Republic of Ireland duty. He’s doubtful.

Deadline-day signing Connor Roberts is not fully fit while Kevin Long and Dale Stephens are also absent.

Burnley could hand a debut to Maxwel Cornet, who was signed from Lyon for around £12 million late in the transfer window.

Predicted starting line-up (4-4-2)

Jordan Pickford; Seamus Coleman, Ben Godfrey, Yerry Mina, Lucas Digne; Andros Townsend, Allan, Abdoulaye Doucoure, Demarai Gray; Richarlison, Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

Subs: Asmir Begovic, Mason Holgate, Michael Keane, Andre Gomes, Tom Davies, Jean-Philipe Gbamin, Alex Iwobi, Salomon Rondon.