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Nathan Patterson arrived at Everton from Rangers in January 2022 for a fee of £11m. The Scotland international was seen as a long‑term successor to Seamus Coleman at right‑back. However, injuries and limited opportunities have prevented him from living up to expectations. Now, with his contract expiring next summer and no new deal seemingly on […]
Ask any Evertonian how David Moyes can modernise this Everton side, and they’ll likely point straight to the full-back position. While the “new striker” debate dominates social media, the pursuit of two specialised full-backs this summer is an absolute necessity. To evolve beyond mid-table stability, Moyes must fix the “engine room” of his tactical system. […]
Everton have struggled on the right-back position this season, prompting David Moyes to experiment on the position. David Moyes has relied on Jake O’Brien, a natural centre‑back and even used James Garner to fill the position this season. Nathan Patterson has struggled for fitness and consistency. He was unable to force himself into the team […]
Everton’s need for defensive reinforcements is clear. Jarrad Branthwaite has been injury‑prone this season with very limited games, Michael Keane signed a one‑year extension but is not a long‑term solution, and Jake O’Brien is a natural centre‑back who has been used as right‑back cover. If European football is secured next season, squad depth will be […]
Jake O’Brien has flown under the radar for much of this season. Signed frm Lyon in 2024, the Republic of Ireland international made 20 appearances last term. This season, he has stepped up significantly, featuring 34 times, playing 2,891 minutes. While naturally a centre‑back, he has been deployed primarily at right‑back due to Everton’s lack […]
Everton played out a brilliant 3-3 draw with Manchester City at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday evening. Jeremy Doku opened the scoring for the visitors just before half‑time, but a quick brace from Thierno Barry and a bullet header from Jake O’Brien put the Toffees into a 3‑1 lead. However, Doku struck late in the […]
Everton’s 3-3 draw with Manchester City at Hill Dickinson Stadium will be remembered for Jeremy Doku’s 97th‑minute equaliser and a thrilling game of football. Jeremy Doku opened the scoring for the visitors just before half‑time, but a quick brace from Thierno Barry and a bullet header from Jake O’Brien put the Toffees into a 3‑1 […]
Everton played out a breathless 3-3 draw with Manchester City at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday evening. Jeremy Doku opened the scoring for the visitors just before half‑time, but a quick brace from Thierno Barry and a bullet header from Jake O’Brien put the Toffees into a 3‑1 lead. However, Doku struck again in the […]
Following Everton’s pulsating 3-3 draw with Manchester City, David Moyes was left with mixed feelings. The Toffees’ boss was unhappy with his team’s first-half performance, happier with their response in the second, but, of course, disappointed to have conceded in injury-time for the third consecutive game. Resilience Everton had just 24% of possession in the […]
Everton return to Premier League action on Monday night when Manchester City visit Hill Dickinson Stadium. The Toffees are still chasing European qualification, but back‑to‑back defeats have dented their efforts. Defender Jake O’Brien has spoken about the team’s recent frustrations and their belief that they can still get results against the league’s best. Kake O’Brien, […]
Everton are reportedly having a massive summer transfer window. According to a report from iPaperSport, the Toffees have identified four English players as primary targets ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. The quartet includes Chelsea striker Liam Delap, Manchester City duo John Stones and Jack Grealish, and Arsenal defender Ben White. Each player faces an uncertain […]
Everton have identified centre‑back as a priority area this summer. Jarrad Branthwaite has been ruled out for the remainder of the campaign, while Michael Keane, despite signing a one‑year extension, is moving towards the latter stages of his career at Everton. James Tarkowski turns 34 later this year, and Jake O’Brien has spent much of […]
