Everton tie down James Garner to new long-term contract amid risk of losing him for free
Everton make shrewd contract move to retain key midfielder
- Everton midfielder James Garner has signed a new four-and-a-half year contract, extending his stay at the club beyond his previous deal which was due to expire at the end of the season.
- The 24-year-old, a £9m signing from Manchester United, expressed his ambition to help Everton achieve European qualification and to earn a call-up to the senior England squad.
- Garner, who is versatile across midfield and full-back roles, currently ranks third in the Premier League for both tackles and interceptions this season.
- He also stated his intention to improve his attacking contributions, specifically aiming for more goals and assists.
- Everton manager David Moyes lauded Garner's significant development, versatility, and emerging leadership qualities, underscoring his importance to the team's future prospects.