Stoke players went to Dublin for 2 days for their Christmas do.Good preparation that.
I would prefer to see Elmohamady at right back. There seems to be more chemistry between him and El Ghazi on the right-hand side than with Hutton. McCafu on the left if Taylor is out.With Jack being doubtful, I think Lansbury alongside McGinn would work with Hourihane behind them playing his normal role.Nyland (unfortunately)ElmoAxelChesterTaylor/HuttonHourihane McGinnLansburyEl GhaziBolaise Abraham2 - 1 the Villa.
If Jack isn't fit, rather than move players around, there's the option of starting Airport Boy