Everton defender Nathan Patterson insists he is looking forward to the English Premier League campaign amid reports that he could be set to leave Merseyside.
The right-back has endured a torrid time since leaving Rangers in January for The Toffees after signing for Rafa Benitez, when the Spaniard was quickly replaced by Frank Lampard following the 20-year-old's arrival south of the border. He has made just one appearance under Lampard against Boreham Wood in the FA Cup, during which he was subbed at half-time, before picking up an ankle knock that ended his campaign.
However, Patterson is back to full fitness and he has been handed a chance in pre-season to impress Lampard and his coaching staff, with the latest appearance coming against Blackpool amid speculation he could be set to leave Goodison Park. Reports suggest that Lampard wants the full-back to get more game-time by sending him out to another club this summer.
