Seamus Coleman to lead Everton into a new era at Bramley-Moore Dock

No mention of coaching?

It’s done!!

I really hope he's a good coach because this 'jobs for the boys' mentality is one of the reasons we've been second rate for so long!

Both will therefore be judged on how well he does in that department, and I hope for his sake that his fading on-pitch attributes don't expose him, his teammates and his manager.

"Seamus is more than just a player at Everton. He offers so many different qualities.'

Clearly the decision is based on more than just his first team appearances. That's the choice the manager has made and he'll have his reasons for it.

To describe him as always bring a bang average full back is extremely harsh though! Thought Colin was back for a minute there 🤣

Doubt Dixon is good enough for the PL. From what I've seen (about 10 U21 matches last season), he's lacking in many areas.

He has got the pace and puts a decent cross in but his concentration and application have gone.

I wasn't expecting that, I'm not sure I'm in favour.

In the squad and captain when he's not on the field ok, but we need another right back.

It could mean Patterson is on his way. Dixon is pacey, but raw. I'd listen to the likes of Brent, who watches the U21s more. Maybe loan or just involved in the squad more?

I still think we'll bring in a right back. As Liam says, Seamus brings more to the dressing room than his playing ability now.

I have zero doubt that we will be bringing in a starting right back. Remember that our window -- the post-PSR window -- opens Tuesday.

Coleman has certainly done that in the past, but how can some applaud a decision to re-contract him as a player and captain but then talk about getting a replacement for him to deliver the goods on the pitch?

Smacks of a decision laced with too much sentimentality to me.

Does anyone know if he's on reduced terms?

Anyway, it's another body in the building and I'm sure we'll strengthen with more new signings soon enough.

Can't wait for the new season.

It's not uncommon now for there to be a club captain and a player captain. There is a pecking order.

Seamus will be club captain. Tarkowski mostly the player captain, with Pickford as backup.

That's how I see it.

Could we save a few pounds and perhaps have the same player fulfil both roles? There's a thought.

I think Seamus and the club are well aware he won't spend as much time on the pitch as he used to.

We all know that. I saw it, in particular towards the end of last season. The legs were gone. Maybe the injuries catching up. If he stays injury free, he could still play a part, and Moyes, the man in charge talks about his other qualities. He's calling the shots.

I'm as surprised as anyone, but we have a medical staff, manager and recruitment team to make judgement better than I can do.

He could also start the game, be substituted and then be interviewed on the touchline as interviews with substituted players seem as if they are on the agenda next season along with camera operators also being 'allowed to briefly enter the field of play to film close-ups of goal celebrations.'

And no doubt film close-ups of the shirt sponsors.

Anyway, sorry, that was off topic...

Does anyone know whether there is a general area where off topic comments can be added rather than having to hijack threads or start a new thread...cheers

Exactly, Danny.

Cheered by the reporting that we are in for Tim Weah from the US and Juventus after he rejected a move to Forest. Wing/RB with searing pace who would be a perfect fit for us IMO.

Pretty much every home game since1958 and for the last 13 years every home and away game. In that time I've seen some great players but I'm afraid Coleman isn't one of them.

Maybe 'bang average' was a bit harsh but his great attitude and enthusiasm etc doesn't make him a great player.