‘Very good level’: Former Scotland striker now says £28k-a-week Everton player set for ‘interesting battle’
Nathan Patterson of Everton, in the opinion of former Scotland striker Steven Thompson, is poised for a bright international career.
Everton’s right back Nathan Patterson has so far made 13 appearances for Scotland at the senior level. The 21-year-old is not, however, Steve Clarke’s top choice right-back for Scotland right now.
Instead, Aaron Hickey of Brentford frequently starts for Scotland instead of Patterson.
In the Scotland team, fierce competition for the position of full-back is nothing new. Left-backs Andy Robertson and Kieran Tierney are two of Scotland’s most well-known athletes. The fact that Clarke was able to use both in his starting XI suggests that Patterson and Hickey may eventually be combined.
Patterson is seeing a lot of action at the club level. He has played every minute this season for Everton in the Premier League. Although Patterson is expected to play a major role at the back during the season, Sean Dyche has so far struggled to find the appropriate defensive balance in this campaign.
Everton will gain from the Patterson conflict
Patterson’s international career will only benefit with his frequent play at Goodison Park. The 16-time Scotland international Steven Thompson is certain that the Everton rookie has what it takes to
It’ll be an exciting competition over the next few years, that right wing-back spot, Thompson stated in a BBC Sport interview. Both Hickey and Patterson are talented athletes who compete at a high level. Currently wearing the shirt is Aaron Hickey, who hasn’t done anything wrong. He will be fully pushed by Patterson.
Everton will be hoping that Patterson’s struggle with Hickey motivates him to advance and perform even better for his team.
compete with Hickey for regular playing time.
For both club and country, Patterson has the potential to be a superstar. However, the £28,000 per week star needs to start displaying more defensive consistency for Everton. The Toffees must strengthen their defense if they are to avoid being demoted from the Premier League this season, and Patterson will play a role in that development.
