Everton face Manchester United in the final of their three Summer Series games over in the United States.
It has not been the trip across the pond which David Moyes would have hoped for, with Everton’s issues on display for all to see.
A huge summer was always going to be needed on Merseyside, and it seems not enough transfer business has been done at this stage.
Moyes has told the Friedkins publicly he needs more signings, with the 62-year-old asking for nine total additions before the window shuts.
Defeats suffered in both of Everton’s opening Summer Series games, Moyes will be wanting to see some positives on Sunday evening against Man United.
With the limited squad on offer to the manager, Everton News has taken a look at three players fans should keep an eye on during the game in Atlanta.
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Tim Iroegbunam
In the opening game against AFC Bournemouth, Tim Iroegbunam really impressed for Everton as he constantly won the ball back off the Cherries.
The 2024/25 campaign was certainly a frustrating one for the midfielder who suffered numerous injury issues, but he’s made a strong start to pre-season.
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Iroegbunam is one of three midfielders needing to impress Moyes this summer, as the Toffees look to add to their midfield options.
Sheffield United are keen to sign Iroegbunam if he does not face first team football under Moyes this season.
With a point to prove, the 22-year-old will need a big performance against the Red Devils.
Nathan Patterson
It has certainly not been the most positive start to pre-season for Nathan Patterson.
The spot at right-back is there for the taking this summer at Everton, and Patterson is failing to grasp it with both hands.
Clubs from across Europe are interested in Patterson with his future on Merseyside looking uncertain.
Since he returned to the club in January, Moyes has wanted to sign a new full-back and Patterson could still see another right-back land to take his spot.
The Scotland international needs to nail down some consistent form.
Beto
Moyes has been coaching Beto individually in Everton training as he wants to see more from his attackers.
After scoring against Accrington Stanley in the opening friendly of the summer, Beto has struggled from a lack of opportunities in front of goal.
The 27-year-old has been feeding off scraps, but he now has Thierno Barry breathing down his neck.
Moyes is expected to make Barry his starting striker eventually, which leaves Beto with a task to prove himself before the Frenchman is handed the responsibility.
Confidence is everything for strikers and Beto will be wanting to head into the new campaign with some goals already under his belt.