Seamus Coleman extends Everton stay to see out Goodison era

Seamus Coleman has signed a new deal at Everton, which will see him remain at the club as they bid farewell to their iconic Goodison Park ground throughout the 2024-25 Premier League season.

The Ireland captain will play his 16th season with the Liverpool club who avoided relegation from the top tier following a tough campaign, which saw Sean Dyche's side overcome a points deduction to maintain their status.

Coleman only played 12 times for the club throughout an injury-hit season, however, he ended the campaign in full fitness, playing both of Ireland's June internationals against Hungary and Portugal.

Everton are set to move from Goodison to their new stadium on the banks of the River Mersey, which should be completed for the start of the 2025-26 season.

"Everyone knows what Everton means to me, and I'm very proud and honoured to sign a new contract and to keep playing for this special club in the best league in the world," Coleman told evertontv.

"It’s hard to believe it’s going to be our last season at Goodison, such a special place to me and every Evertonian. Of course, I want to be part of that.

"I still feel I can do a job for this football club on and off the pitch. This being our last season at Goodison is a nice way to go into the campaign but I wouldn’t have signed the contract if I didn’t feel capable of contributing to the team.

"I’ve just played two matches for my country. I feel good and I want to help the lads on the pitch. I’m still enjoying it so what better place to do that than at the club you love?

"I think the manager steadied that ship massively last season with our performances. I just want to be part of that and to continue to be a part of this football club.

"I've said this a few times – it feels like a