Everton sells Nathan Patterson to Torino on transfer deadline day

Everton is set to finalize the permanent transfer of Nathan Patterson to Torino, with the 24-year-old defender scheduled for a medical examination on this transfer deadline day. The departure follows the club's decision to loan Adam Aznou to Malaga for the 2026-27 season. These roster moves leave Vitaliy Mykolenko as the only remaining specialist fullback in the Everton squad. Attempts to sign alternative options, including Kenny Tete from Fulham and Melvin Bard from RGC Nice, were unsuccessful. Tete remained at Rayo Vallecano, while Bard opted for a loan deal with Leeds United that includes a buy option. Merlin Rohl and James Garner are expected to provide cover at the fullback positions in the interim.

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