As the international break draws to a close, attention turns back to the Premier League and, for Frank Lampard, that means Everton's trip to Southampton.
He will be well into his preparation - as will those of his stars who have remained around Finch Farm. But his plans will still be shaped by what he learns over the coming days as coaches assess the fitness and form of those returning from representing their countries.
The break will have given him a headstart on some of the questions he needs to answer as he attempts to define Everton's approach on Saturday - by then he will have had a further fortnight to consider whether Dominic Calvert-Lewin is ready for his comeback. It has also thrown up new issues though - including how to respond to the absence of Nathan Patterson. Heading towards the trip to St Mary's, these are some of the subjects likely to be on Lampard's mind.
