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Everton confirms no new right-back ahead of Palace opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:02 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Everton confirms no new right-back ahead of Palace opener

Summary

Everton will start the 2026-27 Premier League season without a recognized right-back as they continue their search. Chief executive Angus Kinnear stated that the club will not have a right-back available for the match against Crystal Palace. The Toffees have been pursuing a long-term replacement for Seamus Coleman but have yet to finalize a deal. Various players, including Jake O'Brien, James Garner, and Merlin Rohl, have filled the position temporarily, while Nathan Patterson is currently out of favor. Everton has shown interest in Celtic's Alastair Johnston and previously targeted Aaron Wan-Bissaka before he agreed to join Aston Villa.

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By the Numbers

•Everton lacks a recognized right-back for the upcoming match.
•Kinnear confirmed the club's ongoing search for a replacement.
•Jake O'Brien, James Garner, and Merlin Rohl have played right-back.
•Nathan Patterson remains out of favor with the coaching staff.
•Club interest in players like Alastair Johnston continues.

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6:02 PMYahoo Sports — Kinnear confirms no new right-back before Palace opener

What they're saying

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Everton will go into the 2026-27 Premier League season without a recognised right-back as the club continue to hold out for their first choice in this summer transfer window. The Toffees have been searching for a long-term replacement for Seamus Coleman for over a year. Centre-back Jake O'Brien and midfielders James Garner and Merlin Rohl have all played there during that time, with Nathan Patterson out of favour.
— Yahoo Sports

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