Seamus Coleman has announced that he will conclude his playing career with Everton at the end of the season when his contract expires, wrapping up an impressive 17-year tenure at the club.
The 37-year-old right-back has been offered a coaching position with the Toffees but plans to deliberate on his future over the summer.
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The Republic of Ireland international joined Everton from Sligo Rovers in January 2009 for a mere £60,000 and was appointed club captain in 2019.
In 2024, Coleman set the club’s Premier League appearance record, surpassing former goalkeeper Tim Howard‘s record of 354 appearances.
His overall Premier League record now stands at 372 matches, with 22 goals and 24 assists.
“After more than 17 years at this wonderful football club, I’ve decided that this season will be my last as a player here,” Coleman stated.
His final home match will take place against Sunderland this Sunday.
Coleman has faced injury challenges in recent years, appearing in the Premier League only three times this season, including a brief 10-minute appearance in his sole start due to injury in November.
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If he manages to play against the Black Cats, Coleman could ascend to ninth place on Everton’s all-time appearances list, surpassing club legends Dixie Dean and Leon Osman, with a total of 434 appearances across all competitions.
Coleman has obtained his UEFA B License coaching badge, allowing him to coach amateur teams, youth sides up to the age of 16, and serve as an assistant coach.
In early 2025, following the dismissal of former Everton manager Sean Dyche, Coleman took temporary charge of the first team, working alongside his former teammate Leighton Baines for an FA Cup match against Peterborough United.
Having captained the Merseyside club 140 times, Coleman continued, “I want to express my gratitude to the fans for their incredible support. You have aided me in more ways than you can imagine.
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“I live in the city and see you all daily; I’ve carried your passion for the club into the dressing room to illustrate to the younger players just how much Everton means to the community.
“I also want to thank my managers, teammates, and all the staff. They’ve seen me through happiness, sadness, anger, and emotion, but my commitment has always been to Everton.
“Thank you for shaping me into a better captain and teammate. This is truly an extraordinary football club with extraordinary people.”