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Premier League form
Even though Middlesbrough suffered relegation from the Premier League last season, Gibson was commended for his rock-solid performances at the back.
Gibson played in every single one of Boro’s 38 Premier League matches, and helped the Teesside outfit keep 11 clean sheets in a side that defended well but struggled to score.
That proven Premier League quality in a side that came under constant pressure against better sides last season would be crucial in Everton’s aim of finishing in the top six.