Nathan Patterson Injury: Working way back

Patterson (groin) is working his way back from injury, coach David Moyes said in the press conference. "He's back in training. Patto's not had any football yet, so I'd not put him down as match ready."

Patterson missed the beginning of the season due to a groin injury and is nearing a return for the Toffees. The defender resumed team training but he's considered as match ready yet. That said, he was mostly a bench option last season, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting squad.