Emiliano Martinez will miss Aston Villa's Boxing Day clash with Liverpool after being given time off in the wake of Argentina's World Cup victory.
Villa boss Unai Emery expects to use Robin Olsen in goal for that fixture but is expecting Martinez to return to the club on Thursday, ahead of the clash with Tottenham on New Year's Day.
Martinez has been celebrating in his homeland after he played a decisive role in Argentina's triumph, particularly the win over France in the Final.
'I said before the World Cup that every player would have a minimum of seven days off after the tournament, and a maximum of 12,' explained Emery.