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Coleman believes Garner and Dewsbury-Hall can lead Everton forward

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 1:15 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Coleman believes Garner and Dewsbury-Hall can lead Everton forward

Summary

Seamus Coleman expressed confidence in James Garner and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall's abilities to lead Everton following his retirement after 17 years at the club. Coleman emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards and passing on leadership to the current squad. Garner, who recently earned Everton's Player of the Season awards, discussed his desire for increased responsibility. A new captain will be named ahead of the 2026/27 season, with vice-captain James Tarkowski and Jordan Pickford as potential candidates.

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By the Numbers

•Seamus Coleman retires after 17 years at Everton
•Coleman supports Garner and Dewsbury-Hall as future leaders
•Garner named Everton's Player of the Season
•New club captain to be appointed for 2026/27 season
•Tarkowski and Pickford considered for captaincy role

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1:15 PMYahoo Sports — “So many of them stepping up”: Coleman backs Garner and Dewsbury-Hall to help lead new Everton era

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(Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)Seamus Coleman has named the group of former Everton teammates that he believes can lead the side in his absence.Coleman called time on his Everton career at the end...
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