JAMES GARNER NEWS

Bench spot in return Garner (back) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Brighton.

Impact Garner is making the call Saturday after being questionable, ending an absence dating back to October due to a back injury. He only saw four appearances before his injury this season, only seeing a small sample size of the midfielder thus far. However, he was a regular starter last season and will look to return to that spot once he has a few matches under his belt.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Could see field Saturday Garner (back) may be an option for Saturday's match against Brighton, according to manager David Moyes. "Jimmy's been back in training as well. In an ideal scenario, you'd be tryin...

Impact Garner looks could be returning after almost three months out due to a back injury, as the midfielder has trained and is in a decent spot. He will likely be an option, although not in a starting place after such a long absence. That said, he will probably only be available off the bench to see minutes late if on the team sheet, taking a cautious approach after a long absence.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for Sunday Garner (back) is not in the squad for Sunday's clash against Tottenham.

Impact Garner misses out on the match day squad despite returning to full training in the buildup to the match. The midfielder has been out since October through injury, but could return in some capacity next week against Brighton.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back in full training Garner (back) is in full training ahead of Sunday's clash with Tottenham, according to manager David Moyes. "Jimmy is back on the pitch training but the others at the moment aren't...

Impact Garner is in full training ahead of Sunday's match, and could be an option. The midfielder has been out for weeks with a back injury but seems to be nearing a return to action. With Dwight McNeil (knee) still on the sideline Garner returning would be even more important.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

May train with group next week Garner (back) is eyeing a return to train next week, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy might get a chance to join in with us properly, as in the main group, next week."

Impact Garner has received a very positive update, as he could be back in team training as early as next week. However, he will still have to complete a week of training or so following an extended absence. That said, he probably still isn't likely to join the team again and be ready for playtime until later in the month.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Still training on grass Garner (back) continues to train on grass with the sports science team, according to manager Sean Dyche. "[James] is on the grass - with the sports science side, though. They're no...

Impact Garner is still training on grass and hasn't seen much improvement since his last update. That said, he will still need time, with a return likely taking at least another two weeks. He will look for a return at the end of January, although that will depend on his development.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to grass Garner (back) is training on grass, according to manager Sean Dyche. "But that's not going to be quick progress at this stage. They are on the grass and starting to take soft steps...

Impact Garner is making another step towards returning and is now back training on grass. The midfielder isn't going to be back for Sunday's clash with Chelsea, but he could return early in 2025. Garner could take on a decent role when fit, as Dwight McNeil has been a continuous doubt with knee issues.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Needs more time Garner (back) continues to train indoors and needs around a month still, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy has been working hard, he's further down the road than he was but h...

Impact Garner still needs time to recover from his back issues. The midfielder likely is still a month away, having yet to train with the team in any capacity. That said, he will look to return within the first few weeks of the new year, probably missing around four or five more contests.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still training indoors Garner (back) has yet to start training on the grass for Everton, said manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy is not there yet [on the grass]".

Impact Garner was able to start a rehab program after seeing a specialist last week, however is not ready to start training on the grass. This pushes back his return, which wont be until around the New Years, barring any set backs.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Positive news from specialist Garner (back) is beginning his rehab after a positive update from a specialist, per manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy [Garner] has had good news from the specialist, although he's been ou...

Impact Garner is beginning to work his way back to fitness after some good news regarding his back issue. He still remains weeks away from a return, but it appears he's trending the right way with his back issue. The midfielder will hope to get back before the end of the calendar year, though there's no given timeline yet.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for sideline Garner (back) is set for weeks out, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy Garner is very unfortunate, he has a longer-term injury. I mentioned last week about getting an assessme...

Impact Garner was hopeful for a better assessment, but it seems he is set for weeks out. It's a tough turn for the midfielder, who will now be out until after the November international break at least. Garner has made just four appearances (two starts) this season.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Needs more time Garner (back) is out for Saturday's match against Fulham as he takes more time to recover, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy - we're waiting on more news, just a specialist v...

Impact Garner will have to wait yet another week for his return, with the midfielder sidelined as he awaits more news from a specialists. However, he does appear to be closing in on a return, hopefully returning ahead of the November international break. The club will hope this comes to fruition, with the midfielder starting in two of his four appearances this campaign.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with back problems Garner is out for Saturday's match against Ipswich Town due to back issues, according to manager Sean Dyche. "He's got a back situation that we're just monitoring at the moment - i...

Impact Garner has returned from the international break with problems, nursing a back injury that will leave him out at least one match. A timetable for his return is unknown, with the club set to take a closer look at his situation in the coming week. He did start at right-back last match and will likely have that spot taken by Ashley Young while he is out dealing with his injury.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts, makes three tackles Garner recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Leicester City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80th minute.

Impact Garner recovered from an illness and made his first start in the campaign after coming off the bench in their previous match. The midfielder made the second-most tackles for Everton with a season-high three. He will now look to consolidate his spot in the squad.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting at right back Garner (illness) is starting for Everton during Saturday's match against Leicester City.

Impact Garner returns from an illness which kept him out of mid week action in the Carabao Cup and training in the buildup to the match. Garner will fill in at right-back for Everton on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Garner (illness) is out for Saturday's match against Leicester City, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy is still not in with illness."

Impact Garner will miss out yet again, as after missing their midweek match in the Carabao Cup, he has been ruled out to face the Foxes Saturday. This continues the trend of the midfielder missing time, having missed two of the club's four matches this season while going unused in one of his two appearances on the team sheet. That said, his absence will be a minor issue, although they will hope for his return in the club's next contest.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Garner was held out of Tuesday's 1-1 (6-5) penalty win over Southampton due to an illness, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Garner is one of the couple of players to be missing from the Everton side due to illness, with this being his first match missed due to the issues. This leaves him unlikely for Saturday's match against Leicester City, only having a few days to recover. They will hope for his availability to have as a depth option, as he has only appeared once all season, having already missed two games due to injury.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Cup Garner played 67 minutes during Tuesday's clash with Doncaster in the EFL Cup.

Impact Garner returned from a calf strain and got the start during the EFL Cup clash. The midfielder looked solid during his hour on the pitch, linking up nicely with the attack. When fully fit Garner should be competing for a spot in the starting XI.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training with group Garner (calf) is out for Saturday's match against Tottenham but has started to train with the group again, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Garner is getting a bit closer and is j...

Impact Garner has been out since early August after picking up a knock to the calf in a pre-season friendly, having halted him from any football activities. However, he has finally made improvements, as he was back on the training field with the group this week. He still will need a bit until he is fully fit again, likely returning at the start of September.

AUGUST 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injury not serious Garner is set to join the team soon as his injury is "not serious", per manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Garner had picked up an injury during a preseason match against Coventry, which is set to keep him out for the first match of the season. The good news is that his injury is nothing serious and will likely be ready for the next game or two. New signing Tim Iroegbunam is set to start in the midfield for the match against Brighton during his absence.

AUGUST 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picked up injury against Coventry Garner has been announced to have picked up an injury in their last friendly against Coventry City, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Youssef has one which will take a while. We're...

Impact Garner has picked up an issue, although it doesn't appear to be a major issue, with their manager seemingly playing down the issue. Not much more has been released on the issue, with the severity and location having yet to be announced. That said, they will look for him to return in their last pre-season friendly, hoping he is fit for the start of the season as he is likely to hold a solid role for the Toffees this campaign.

AUGUST 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serves as secondary corner taker Garner registered 82 corners and 112 crosses (25 accurate) in 37 matches this season, finishing second in both categories behind Dwight McNeil.

Impact Garner missed just one Premier League match this season and featured in the starting XI in 34 of those contests. While the midfielder won't be replacing McNeil as the primary corner taker any time soon, he should still feature prominently for the club next season and figures to provide plenty of offensive upside.

JUNE 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in win Garner had four off-target shots, created two chances, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 1-0 win over Sheffield United.

Impact Garner had another productive outing in the middle of the park, being involved in many dangerous plays by both finishing and creating for teammates. Despite not scoring or assisting that much in his first year as a full-time starter at EPL, the youngster contributes in many other aspects of the game and his stats for this campaign could be just a teaser of his potential for the future.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against West Ham Garner assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus West Ham United.

Impact Garner created Beto's opener in the 56th minute with his second assist in the season. That's already his career-high in assists in Premier League play, but he's not expected to create much more on offense. The midfielder also matched his season-best in crosses while taking all of their four corner kicks in the match.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stout defensively Garner registered five tackles (one won), five clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Manchester City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 97th...

Impact Garner lined up in his regular spot in the midfield despite performing better in the defense against City, notching a decent two interceptions, five tackles and five clearances. He remained much more quiet in the attack, only registering a single chance created. He will hope to pick up his productivity in the attack moving forward, as despite appearing in 23 matches this season, he only has two goal contributions all campaign.

FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE