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"Nathan Patterson Endures Difficult Outing as Everton Fall to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge"
David Moyes handed Nathan Patterson a start against Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea side on 26 April, as Everton looked to respond positively following their heavy defeat to Manchester City. However, it proved to be a tough evening for the Toffees at Stamford Bridge.
Beto also endured a difficult outing, and Moyes made multiple substitutions around the hour mark, taking off the striker, Patterson, and Jack Harrison.
Before the Scotland international was withdrawn, he nearly gifted Chelsea the chance to double their lead in the second half, but ultimately, the game concluded with a narrow 1-0 victory for the hosts.
Patterson came under particular scrutiny after a poor back pass to Jordan Pickford almost allowed Chelsea to score a second.
Former Nottingham Forest defender Stuart Pearce, speaking on talkSPORT (26 April, 13:44), criticised the right-back’s sloppy play, highlighting how Nicolas Jackson was nearly handed an opportunity to grab his second goal of the match.
Fortunately for Everton, Pickford reacted brilliantly to recover the situation and prevent further damage.
Pearce remarked, “I think it ended up being Patterson who played the final pass back to his goalkeeper that was woefully short. Pickford just managed to recover the situation.”
Looking ahead, it’s clear that Everton require a major squad overhaul this summer if they are to progress under Moyes.
The Scottish manager has steadied the ship impressively since taking over from Sean Dyche, but for Everton to push into the top half of the Premier League, significant investment will be needed.
Moyes has already proven his credentials, notably guiding West Ham United to a UEFA Conference League triumph.
Since Moyes’ arrival, Jake O’Brien has been deployed at right-back, though the Irishman’s natural position is centre-back.
Patterson, once considered a promising talent, has seen his form dip due to recurring injuries, and a summer departure would not be shocking.
Meanwhile, veteran Ashley Young appears to be well past his best, suggesting that Everton will need to bring in fresh options at full-back.
Additionally, Michael Keane’s expiring contract signals further changes needed in defence.
The Friedkin Group (TFG) face a major summer of rebuilding at Bramley-Moore Dock, with reinforcements required across all areas of the squad to provide Moyes with a truly competitive team.
