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Everton news: Pickford England return, striker search and Moyes gets academy glimpse

Everton’s international break reaches another important point this evening, with Jordan Pickford returning to the England goal against Croatia in Rijeka. Jarrad Branthwaite and James Garner are also with Thomas Tuchel’s squad for the 5pm Nations League kick-off, while back…

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 3:45 PM
Everton news: Pickford England return, striker search and Moyes gets academy glimpse
Key Things to Know
  • Jordan Pickford returns for England as Everton plan January striker additions and David Moyes tests academy talent.
  • Everton will pursue a new striker in January after a deadline-day deal for Folarin Balogun collapsed.
  • Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford replaces James Trafford in the England lineup against Croatia under manager Thomas Tuchel.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jordan Pickford returns to England's starting lineup against Croatia, while Everton manager David Moyes targets a new striker for the January transfer window. Pickford returns to Thomas Tuchel's side following strong Premier League form, joined in the international squad by club teammates Jarrad Branthwaite and James Garner. Back on Merseyside, Everton plan to recruit attacking reinforcements after missing out on Folarin Balogun.

The international break has allowed Moyes to evaluate academy prospects at Finch Farm, including 15-year-old Francis Boggan and 16-year-old Jonathan Nsangou. Nsangou scored in a recent 3-3 behind-closed-doors friendly against Blackburn Rovers following an assist from Jack Grealish. Meanwhile, Manchester City's financial verdict has renewed discussions among supporters regarding Everton's previous Profitability and Sustainability Rules disputes.

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