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Everton news: Pickford backing, transfer interest & Mykolenko concern

The international break is finally over for Everton, and Wednesday has provided plenty to digest before attention turns fully towards Sunday’s Premier League trip to Hull City. There has been encouragement for Jordan Pickford and several of the club’s younger…

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 6:00 PM
Everton news: Pickford backing, transfer interest & Mykolenko concern
Key Things to Know
  • Jordan Pickford received backing to remain England's number one, while Vitalii Mykolenko returned from international duty with injury concerns.
  • Six Everton players represented England across the senior and Under-21 squads during the October international break.
  • Everton could reportedly sanction a January departure for midfielder Carlos Alcaraz if a replacement is signed.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Everton's post-international break updates feature strong backing for goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, along with injury concerns for Vitalii Mykolenko. Former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson backed Pickford to remain England's starter through Euro 2028 after Pickford, James Garner, and Jarrad Branthwaite featured in a 3-0 victory over Czechia. Meanwhile, journalist Ihor Burbas claimed Mykolenko's leg injury worsened after he was cleared to train with Ukraine, raising doubts ahead of Everton's upcoming match against Hull City.

On the transfer front, Everton could reportedly allow midfielder Carlos Alcaraz to leave for Fenerbahce in January if a replacement is secured. Additionally, 17-year-old French defender William Mirwasser visited the club during the break amid wider European interest.

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