15.05.2026 20:50
37-year-old Irish right-back Seamus Coleman has announced that he will leave Everton at the end of the season, the club he has played for for 17 years.
Everton, one of the English Premier League clubs, is preparing to part ways with its living legend. Seamus Coleman, the team's 37-year-old experienced right-back and captain, announced that he will bid farewell to the Everton jersey, which he has worn for 17 years, at the end of the season.
THE END OF AN ERA
Coleman, who was transferred from Irish club Sligo Rovers in 2009 for a symbolic fee of just £60,000, became one of the club’s iconic figures over the subsequent 17 years. Exhibiting a rare example of loyalty in modern football, the Irish player became a fan favorite in hundreds of matches for Everton.
"EVERY GOOD STORY HAS AN ENDING"
Sharing his feelings about his farewell decision, captain Coleman stated that Everton is more than just a club to him. The 37-year-old, who never gave up even during injury-ridden periods and held the team together with his leadership character, said, "I remember my first day walking through these doors like it was yesterday. Wearing this badge for 17 years was the greatest honor for me. But every good story has an ending."
THOUSANDS OF THANK-YOU MESSAGES
Following the news, Everton fans shared thousands of thank-you messages on social media for Coleman. A grand farewell ceremony is expected to be held for Coleman at Goodison Park during the last home match of the season.
EVERTON CAREER
Coleman made a total of 433 appearances for Everton, scoring 28 goals and providing 29 assists.