The Burnley boss likes to spring the odd surprise when it comes to his team selection.
The strength in depth of the squad he has at his disposal means the three-time Sky Bet Manager of the Month has the luxury of throwing in a curveball here and there.
But on the back of two impressive 3-0 victories will the Manchester City legend decide to stick, rather than twist, for the third game in succession?
Jay Rodriguez remains a doubt for the visit of Watford, as is summer signing Manuel Benson, while defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis remains on the road to recovery.
Here’s how the Clarets — who are on course to set a new Championship record — could line up when the Hornets come to town.
1. Burnley manager Vincent Kompany is all smiles as he applauds the fans at the final whistle Photographer Rich Linley/CameraSport The EFL Sky Bet Championship - Burnley v Preston North End - Saturday 11th February 2023 - Turf Moor - Burnley World Copyright © 2023 CameraSport. All rights reserved. 43 Linden Ave. Countesthorpe. Leicester. England. LE8 5PG - Tel: +44 (0) 116 277 4147 - [email protected] - www.camerasport.com
Burnley manager Vincent Kompany is all smiles as he applauds the fans at the final whistle The EFL Sky Bet Championship - Burnley v Preston North End - Saturday 11th February 2023 - Turf Moor - Burnley Photo: CameraSport - Rich Linley
2. GK: Arijanet Muric
Burnley's Arijanet Muric The EFL Sky Bet Championship - Burnley v Preston North End - Saturday 11th February 2023 - Turf Moor - Burnley Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
3. RB: Connor Roberts
Burnley's Connor Roberts takes on Preston North End's Ben Whiteman The EFL Sky Bet Championship - Burnley v Preston North End - Saturday 11th February 2023 - Turf Moor - Burnley Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
4. CB: Hjalmar Ekdal
Burnley's Hjalmar Ekdal in action The EFL Sky Bet Championship - Burnley v Preston North End - Saturday 11th February 2023 - Turf Moor - Burnley Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd