Anthony Gordon wants to leave nothing to chance as he prepares to lead Everton's charge when the Premier League returns.
The 21-year-old started the season well - scoring important goals at Brentford and Leeds United - but was disappointed by his form as the campaign headed into the World Cup break. Since then he has had a productive month, hitting a hat-trick on the club's Australia tour before heading to the Middle East as part of a personal fitness regime.
Gordon said he carried on working during his time off because he wanted to do everything to ensure he could have an impact from Boxing Day onwards. That game against Wolverhampton Wanderers is the first in a crucial run for the Blues as they look to climb away from the relegation zone.