- Seamus Coleman keeps the door open for Everton return
- Irish right-back is Everton’s leading Premier League appearance maker (372)
- David Moyes has offered Coleman a return to the club in any capacity
Seamus Coleman’s time as an Everton player is coming to an end, but his connection to the club remains as strong as ever. The Irish full‑back, signed by David Moyes for a bargain £60,000, holds the club record for most Premier League appearances with 372.
As he prepares to leave at the end of the season, Seamus Coleman has spoken about his future and the opportunity Everton have given him to stay on in another capacity.
Seamus Coleman: ‘I want to have some time over the summer to focus on what’s next’
Seamus Coleman addressed his future directly. “Obviously, after such a big decision, I want to have some time over the summer to focus on what’s next for me and my family. My love for Everton is something you all know about – and I’ve got a huge love for Ireland as well.
“The club have been unbelievable with me. They’ve offered me an opportunity to stay on at the club. The manager and staff have been great, and I think with it being such an important decision over my future, I’m going to take a nice, long holiday and look back on what has been an amazing time as an Everton footballer.”
The club captain has been offered a role to remain at Everton beyond his playing days, but he will take time to reflect before deciding. His love for both Everton and Ireland is evident and the decision will be made with his family in mind.
David Moyes: ‘We want to keep Seamus’ culture at the club’
David Moyes has made clear that the door will always be open for Coleman. “There should always be a place here for Seamus Coleman. It would be great for the young players, as well. We want to keep Seamus’ culture and Everton’s culture behind the scenes going.”
The manager added, “We wish Seamus all the very best in whatever he decides to do next, and he knows there will always be a place here for him if he chooses to return in the future.”
Coleman’s influence has gone far beyond his performances on the pitch. He has been a leader, a standard‑setter and a symbol of Everton’s fighting spirit. Moyes’ words confirm that the club wants to preserve that legacy, ensuring future generations of Everton players learn from Coleman’s example.
As the captain prepares for his final home game against Sunderland, the message from both player and manager is clear. This is not a goodbye but a pause.
Seamus Coleman needs time to decide his next step, but Everton will always be his home. Whenever he returns, whether as a coach, a mentor, or simply a fan, he will be welcomed with open arms. Once a Blue, always a Blue.
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