Ruben Amorim makes prediction about Everton’s James Garner amid Man United interest

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James Garner has been a hot topic of discussion recently with his Everton contract set to expire at the end of the term.

Ahead of the game on Monday, Ruben Amorim has spoken about the 24-year-old midfielder with a clear prediction on what he expects.

David Moyes will be looking to build on the recent victory against Fulham just before the international break.

An important month lies ahead for Everton, with players leaving for the Africa Cup of Nations and the upcoming January window.

James Garner is being linked with a move away from Everton amid some speculation regarding his contract on Merseyside.

Everton News understands that Everton are keen to secure Garner to a new contract before the summer.

Manchester United are one of the clubs who have been mooted with potential interest in their former player.

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Alan Stubbs thinks Garner has been excellent for Everton this season having played a versatile role under the 62-year-old manager.

The midfielder has also been deployed at both right and left-back, with his latest showing against Fulham coming at right-back.

Speaking to the Manchester United website, Amorim thinks Garner will return to his natural position on Monday, with Jake O’Brien expected to play at right-back.

“They can put [James] Garner as a right-back. But also [Jake] O’Brien, I think, is going to play, because of set-pieces,” said the United manager.

“So, all these things, [it] is a more complete team, and David Moyes is doing an amazing job. It’s going to be really, really tough to win the game.”

Moyes has already mooted an extension clause in Garner’s contract, which would likely see the Blues prevent the midfielder from leaving on a free.

With United linked with interest in their former player, it is interesting to see that Amorim has noticed how Everton have been using Garner in a utility role this season.

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Garner has become one of Everton’s most important players

Last season, some Everton fans were concerned about Garner’s performances, with some criticising the midfielder.

However, this season has seen Garner really step his game up considerably.

Tony Hibbert has been stunned by Garner’s upturn in form, which has seen him become such an important player for Moyes.

David Moyes has never won a Premier League game away at Old Trafford

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The 24-year-old has played every single minute of Everton’s Premier League campaign this season.

And he will need to be at his absolute best on Monday evening, with his manager holding such a poor record away to their former club.