Nathan Patterson
EVEScotland
Right
Oct 16, 2001
24
6'2"
183 lb
RB
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Balanced Full Back
EvertonMakes first league start
Patterson generated three tackles (one won), six clearances and one interception in Tuesday's 2-0 win against Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: With Michael Keane (undisclosed) sidelined, Patterson made his first league start at right-back, with Jake O'Brien shifting into a central role. He recorded his first clean sheet of the season, contributing three tackles, one interception and six clearances. Patterson has struggled with injuries and missed nine games this season, and while he could be in line for another start with Everton's options depleted, the quick turnaround could see James Garner, who has played the position earlier this season, or Merlin Rohl, who filled in after Patterson was substituted, come into consideration.
Available off bench Tuesday
Patterson (foot) remained an unused substitute in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against Bournemouth, confirming he is back fit for Everton.
Analysis: Patterson has fully cleared his foot injury since he was back available off the bench in Tuesday's win against the Cherries. The defender has yet to play his first minutes this season for the Toffees and that could happen in Saturday's clash against Forest given the numerous injuries in the backline and suspensions in the midfield.
Suffers from hernia
Patterson (foot) is suffering from a hernia and had to undergo a procedure on his groin, according to manager David Moyes. "[Patterson] has had a small procedure on his groin so he's obviously not available for this game."
Analysis: Patterson was already suffering from a foot injury but has suffered yet another injury, needing to receive surgery on his groin due to a hernia. He was already expected to be out until after the November international break, so he will hope to use that time to heal from both issues. He still has yet to debut this season and has gone unused off the bench a few times, mainly just a depth option for the club.
Will miss couple of weeks
Patterson suffered a plantar facia tear in his foot and will miss a couple of weeks, coach David Moyes said in the press conference. "Patto had a plantar facia tear in his foot which he picked up against Bradford for the Under-21s. It'll probably keep him out for a couple of weeks. In that period, he's had a problem with his hernia, so we're probably going to get it tidied up while he's out."
Analysis: Patterson suffered a foot injury while playing against Bradford for the Under-21s and is now expected to miss several weeks to recover. The defender didn't feature for the senior squad in the Premier League this season, therefore his absence won't impact the starting lineup of the Toffees.
Suffers injury, late call Saturday
Patterson is questionable for Saturday's match against Manchester City due to an injury, according to manager David Moyes. "Unfortunately, Patto picked up an injury for the Under-21s in midweek, so we've got bits and pieces going on, but all the clubs will be the same."
Analysis: Patterson is struggling with injuries after a midweek match with the U21s left him reeling from an undisclosed issue. This is a rough development for the defender, as he has yet to appear this season and will not help the cause with another injury. He hopes his issues are minor and he is an option Saturday, with a bench spot likely if fit.
Finds bench spot Saturday
Patterson (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa, confirming he is back fit for Everton.
Analysis: Patterson was expected to return a bit later but ultimately found a bench spot for Saturday's clash against the Villains, confirming he is back fit for the Toffees. That said, he was mostly a bench option last season, therefore he should hold the same kind of role this season under coach David Moyes.
Working way back
Patterson (groin) is working his way back from injury, coach David Moyes said in the press conference. "He's back in training. Patto's not had any football yet, so I'd not put him down as match ready."
Analysis: Patterson missed the beginning of the season due to a groin injury and is nearing a return for the Toffees. The defender resumed team training but he's considered as match ready yet. That said, he was mostly a bench option last season, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting squad.
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