Everton manager Ronald Koeman has accused Republic of Ireland counterpart Martin O'Neill of "not protecting" James McCarthy as their row over the midfielder's fitness continues.
McCarthy, 26, missed Everton's past two matches but linked up with the Republic squad in the international break.
He suffered a recurrence of a hamstring injury, ruling him out of Saturday's derby at Liverpool.
"We advised extreme caution. He was not fit to play," said Koeman.
McCarthy was named in O'Neill's starting line-up for the 0-0 draw against Wales but pulled out of the team after suffering an injury in the warm-up.