Burnley manager Sean Dyche has no new injuries to contend with ahead of Middlesbrough's visit.
But the Clarets will be without Matt Lowton, who is banned after accumulating five yellow cards.
Middlesbrough winger Viktor Fischer will miss the festive period after suffering a knee injury in the win against Swansea.
Gaston Ramirez will be monitored after making his comeback from a foot injury against the Swans.
MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES
Alistair Mann: "It's by no means a local derby, yet the meeting of Burnley and Middlesbrough has evolved to become a highly competitive duel.