Jordan Pickford's transfer to Everton completed on June 13, 2017

On June 13, 2017, Sunderland finalized the transfer of goalkeeper Jordan Pickford to Everton for a reported £25 million. Pickford, who had been with Sunderland since age eight, took a prominent path through the club's academy, featuring in numerous loan spells to gain experience. Following Sunderland's relegation, the decision to sell their promising talent became pivotal as he has since become a key player for Everton and the England national team, earning 84 caps. Pickford’s first match against Sunderland in the Premier League happened on November 3, 2026, a noteworthy return for the player.

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