Everton Team News Page 8 - Soccer

James Tarkowski - Will face late fitness test Tarkowski has picked up a hamstring injury and will be a late call for Saturday's match against Tottenham, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Tarky has got a maybe situation so we'r...

Impact Tarkowski will be a late call for Saturday, with the defender likely set to face a fitness test ahead of their tilt against the Spurs. He is currently being affected in the hamstring, although not much more has been released on his situation. He is set to be a regular starter and a vital part of the defense, so they will hope for his availability. However, if he is left out or placed on the bench, expect Mason Holgate or newly signed Jake O'Brien to get the start in his place.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Nathan Patterson - Remains out long term Patterson (hamstring) is still out "long term," according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Patterson underwent hamstring surgery about four months ago and remains without a timeline until he can get on the pitch. It's not a great situation for Everton, who are slim at right-back with Seamus Coleman and Ashley Young the only other options, both of whom are closer to 40 years old than 30. The hope for Patterson is to return in the coming months, but hamstring injuries are rarely easy to project, especially after surgery.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Man Utd not giving up on Jarrad Branthwaite transfer despite £50m failed bid - but Everton defender also touted for sensational Liverpool switch amid Virgil van Dijk contract standoff | Goal.com US Manchester United reportedly remain interested in signing Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite despite seeing their improved bid rejected.

AUGUST 21 • GOAL.COM

Neal Maupay wanted at Marseille to link up with Mason Greenwood in attack after Ligue 1 side suffer major injury blow | Goal.com US Marseille are considering a loan move for Everton's Neal Maupay as they look to bolster their attack.

AUGUST 20 • GOAL.COM

Dwight McNeil - Sends five crosses in loss McNeil recorded five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-0 loss versus Brighton.

Impact Despite the poor final result, McNeil picked up where he left off last season by continuing to send in the cross and handling a significant amount of the responsibility on the corners. He also displayed his defensive ability with a tackle won and two interceptions.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Jordan Pickford - Gives up three in rough start Pickford had two saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 loss versus Brighton.

Impact Pickford had an unpleasant introduction to the season as he faced a total of 10 shot attempts, resulting in three goals against, a number he conceded only six times in 38 appearances last season. His two saves represent a resilient effort, but he and the squad need to work together to avoid such lopsided results. Up next for Everton is a meeting with Tottenham on Saturday.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Harrison - Solid effort despite loss Harrison generated three shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 loss against Brighton.

Impact Harrison fired three shots in the match, a mark he achieved only six times in 29 appearances last season. He also completed 15 passes and continued to show his ability to create scoring chances. Despite the unfavorable result, Harrison looks ready to contribute on the attack and is likely to find answers soon.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Harrison - Solid effort despite loss Harrison generated three shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 loss against Brighton.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Everton down to 10 men after Ashley Young gets sent off | Premier League

AUGUST 17 • YOUTUBE

Ashley Young - Sent off Saturday Young was shown a red card in the second half of Saturday's match against Brighton.

Impact Young was shown a straight red card following a challenge on Kaoru Mitoma in the 66th minute. The fullback will miss next week's match against Tottenham through suspension.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Seamus Coleman - Out for opener Coleman (undisclosed) will not be an option for Saturday's home opener against Brighton, confirmed manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Coleman had picked up an injury during the later preseason matches, which will keep him out of the opener against Brighton. He continues to struggle to keep healthy, having missed most of last season with injuries as well. The defender will be reassessed after the weekend, leaving him questionable for Aug 24 trip to Tottenham.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

James Garner - Injury not serious Garner is set to join the team soon as his injury is "not serious", per manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Garner had picked up an injury during a preseason match against Coventry, which is set to keep him out for the first match of the season. The good news is that his injury is nothing serious and will likely be ready for the next game or two. New signing Tim Iroegbunam is set to start in the midfield for the match against Brighton during his absence.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Jarrad Branthwaite - Confirmed out Branthwaite (undisclosed) will not be ready for Saturday's match against Brighton, confirmed manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Branthwaite was expected to be ready for the opener, however he does need more time to recover and will not be an option for Saturday after struggling with an injury. This will make way for Jake O'Brien and James Tarkowski to get the start at center back, with the defender likely to return as a contention to start for Sean Dyche's side when fit.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 14 • SKY.COM

Seamus Coleman - Picks up injury Coleman was forced off in the first half of Saturday's friendly against Roma due to injury, according to manager Sean Dyche. "I don't think it's too serious - the way he came off -...

Impact Coleman was forced off the pitch Saturday, leaving concerns around the player's availability for their season opener. He spent much of last year on the injury list but still is considered a regular starter moving into the new season, so this is something to monitor. He has yet to undergo testing but will hope he is available to face Brighton on Saturday.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Jarrad Branthwaite - Could be fit for start of season Branthwaite (undisclosed) could be an option on opening day to face Brighton on Aug. 17, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Shamoon Hafez of the BBC. "He is making good progress...

Impact Branthwaite has yet to feature in a pre-season friendly and be involved in more than some light training but still has a lot of confidence around him that he will be fit for the new season. This would be a huge boost for the club, as he is expected to be an everyday starter this campaign, starting in 25 games last season. That said, they will push for his availability, with the decision to play him or not likely not being made until matchday or a few days before.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Idrissa Gana Gueye - Gets time Saturday Gueye (undisclosed) started and appeared for 57 minutes in Saturday's friendly against Preston North End.

Impact Gueye picked up a knock two friendlies ago but appears to have already overcome his issues, as he was back in the starting XI for their friendly Saturday. That said, he should be considered healthy for the start of the season. He is likely to see decent time, starting in 24 of his 25 appearances last campaign.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

James Garner - Picked up injury against Coventry Garner has been announced to have picked up an injury in their last friendly against Coventry City, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Youssef has one which will take a while. We're...

Impact Garner has picked up an issue, although it doesn't appear to be a major issue, with their manager seemingly playing down the issue. Not much more has been released on the issue, with the severity and location having yet to be announced. That said, they will look for him to return in their last pre-season friendly, hoping he is fit for the start of the season as he is likely to hold a solid role for the Toffees this campaign.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

James Tarkowski - Returns to play Tarkowski (thigh) started and appeared for 45 minutes in Saturday's friendly against Preston North End.

Impact Tarkowski was dealing with issues in his thigh this off-season, leaving him out of their first couple of pre-season fixtures. However, he has now returned, getting the start Saturday. This is positive news for the club, as he should be deemed fit for the start of the season and is likely to see starting time after starting in all 38 games last campaign.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Vitaliy Mykolenko - Starts and plays 45 Mykolenko (ankle) started and appeared for 45 minutes in Saturday's friendly against Preston North End.

Impact Mykolenko has finally recovered from his issues following his absence from Euro 2024, as he got the start Saturday. This should leave the defender fit for the start of the season as long as he avoids any setbacks. This is great news for the club, with the defender expected to be a starter, starting in all 28 of his appearances last campaign

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Everton signs Ireland center back Jake O'Brien from Lyon

Everton has strengthened its defense with the signing of Ireland center back Jake O’Brien from French side Lyon

JULY 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jake O'Brien - Signs with Everton O'Brien has completed a transfer to Everton from Lyon, according to his new club.

Impact O'Brien has finally made his highly anticipated transfer, as he is now moving to the Premier League to join Everton on a four-year contract. This is a huge move for the Toffees, with the Irish international being one of the more highly thought of young defenders. He started in all 27 appearances for Lyon last campaign, notching 12 interceptions, 22 tackles and 96 clearances in the defense to go along with six goal contributions. He is likely to compete for starting time immediately, probably seeing regular time even if he is left in a rotational role.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Jarrad Branthwaite - Eyeing return Branthwaite (undisclosed) missed out on Saturday's friendly against Salford but is closing in on a return, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jarrad's making steps forwards. He's no...

Impact Branthwaite continues to deal with his issues but looks to be close to putting them behind him, as he is eyeing a return in two weeks. If all goes to plan, this will leave him available for their season opener against Brighton on Aug. 17. This is great news for the club, as he is set to be a regular starter, as he started in all 35 of his appearances last campaign.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Vitaliy Mykolenko - Still effected Mykolenko (ankle) missed out on Saturday's friendly against Salford due to injury, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Gana, we had to be careful with, but he's coming through things...

Impact Mykolenko has had a rough spell over the summer as he continues to carry an ankle issue he dealt with throughout Euro 2024. However, the club seems to be taking more of a cautious route at this point to preserve him for the start of the season, as he appears closer to fitness than not. That said, he should be closing in on a return, with his availability for their season opener seeming very likely.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Idrissa Gana Gueye - Dealing with knock Geuye missed out on Saturday's friendly against Salford due to injury, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Gana, we had to be careful with, but he's coming through things."

Impact Gueye had no previous notice of an injury but is now dealing with one after missing out Saturday. However, the issue appears to only be minor and carries no concerns, with more of a cautious route being taken. That said, he is likely to be fit in three weeks to take the field for their season opener.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

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Everton signs Ireland center back Jake O'Brien from Lyon