It was evident that the Rangers had a tremendous talent when Nathan Patterson made his way into the starting lineup.
Tall, quick, aggressive, and possessing the mindset required to succeed at Ibrox, the adolescent quickly established himself as a vital component of Steven Gerrard’s side.
Michael Ball explains why Nathan Patterson’s historic move to Everton and the Premier League hasn’t gone as planned, with Patterson failing to have the same impact as he did at the Rangers.
Nathan Patterson given post-Rangers performance verdict
It appears that Sean Dyche has no affection for the Scotland international.
Seamus Coleman, an experienced captain, Ashley Young, and Ben Godfrey have all been favored this season; only once, since departing two years ago, has Godfrey managed to play six straight games.
While injuries have hindered his progress, Ball—who was a player on both teams—has offered his thoughts on why the 22-year-old is sitting on the bench more often.
The former left-back and center-half was asked why Dyche doesn’t seem to be too keen on Patterson given that he is everything the team is currently lacking.
Michael Ball is one of the best people to evaluate Nathan Patterson.
He would have been a fixture in England’s starting lineup during the golden age if he hadn’t had injuries. He played much of his career in the Premier League and at some of the best teams in Europe, such as Rangers and PSV Eindhoven.
Nathan Patterson wasn’t really exposed defensively at Rangers, and he never really seemed to give us any problems at the back.
He had the ability to throw the ball away cheaply, but it was typically because he was pressing forward and attempting to create an opportunity.
An attribute that Everton could really use right now.
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