Everton have recalled striker Ellis Simms from his season-long loan with Championship side Sunderland.
The 21-year-old joined in the summer from the Toffees and went on to score seven goals in 17 appearances.
He rejoins Everton in good form having scored four goals in his past six appearances, including in Thursday's 4-1 win against Wigan Athletic.
Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman said his return to Goodison Park was a "real disappointment".
"Unfortunately, this is the nature of loans when they are successful, but it is a testament to Tony [Mowbray] and the wider staff - and of course to Ellis - that Everton feel he is ready to continue his immediate development in a Premier League environment," Speakman said.