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Everton prepares for Crystal Palace amid right-back transfer concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 5:55 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Everton prepares for Crystal Palace amid right-back transfer concerns

Summary

Everton CEO Angus Kinnear expressed confidence in securing a new right-back during the summer transfer window but acknowledged that this will not happen ahead of their match against Crystal Palace on the opening weekend of the Premier League. The club lacks a natural right-back following the departure of Seamus Coleman and Nathan Patterson's surplus status. Kinnear noted that while some target players remain available, it was a priority to fill the position before the season starts. He understands fan frustrations regarding the delay and aims to finalize the signing soon.

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By the Numbers

•Everton faces Crystal Palace in their Premier League opener this Saturday.
•Kinnear is confident about signing a right-back but not before the opening match.
•Jake O'Brien played well in the right-back role last season.
•Everton previously attempted to sign Kenny Tete last summer.
•Fans have expressed frustrations over the delay in the transfer.

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5:55 PMYahoo Sports — Everton address transfer concerns ahead of Premier League opener

What they're saying

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Everton CEO Angus Kinnear says he is “confident” the club will sign a new right-back in the summer transfer window, but admits it won’t happen before they face Crystal Palace on the opening week...
— Yahoo Sports

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