JAMES GARNER NEWS

Starts first four contests Garner featured in each of the opening four contests for Everton, recording three shots (one on target), 17 crosses (three accurate) and five corners.

Impact Despite a decent start to the season, Garner's hold on a spot in the starting XI should be considered tenuous at best with the return of Dwight McNeil to the pitch. Once Jack Harrison (hip) is cleared to return, Garner could find himself even further down the pecking order. Still, until Garner is actually dropped from the starting XI, fantasy players may want to consider utilizing him.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts first two matches Garner has featured in each of Everton's first two contests, registering 10 crosses (two accurate) five corners and one shot (off target).

Impact Garner has been pressed into service with Dwight McNeil (ankle) on the shelf, a situation that could only get worse now that Alex Iwobi (hamstring) is also sidelined. For his part, Garner has performed well sitting second on the team in both crosses and corners. With Iwobi unavailable, Garner could see an even bigger share of the corner-taking responsibilities.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides one assist on season Garner had an assist in 16 appearances (seven starts) while taking nine shots, crossing 37 times and creating seven chances during the 2022-23 season.

Impact Garner was used as a backup in midfield with his lone assist coming in his first start of the season, a 3-1 loss to Fulham. Garner did end the season on a high, starting Everton's final five matches as he helped his club avoid relegation.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records eight crosses in draw Garner registered eight crosses (three accurate) and three corners against Leicester City on Monday.

Impact Garner was making his third start in the Toffees' last four contests, this time for the recovering Amadou Onana (illness). Despite his recent performances, if Everton has its full complement of midfielders, it will likely mean a bench role for Garner over the final four matches of the campaign.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in first start Garner assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), nine crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Fulham.

Impact Garner assisted Dwight McNeil's equalizer in the 35th minute, but it wasn't enough to avoid the home loss. That was his first assist in the season. The midfielder logged his first start so far after seven appearances off bench in the campaign.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in squad Sunday Garner (back) was included in the match-day squad versus Nottingham Forest on Sunday.

Impact Garner has featured exclusively off the bench this season, making six appearances as a substitute in which he recorded two shots (one on target), six crosses (zero accurate) and five corners while logging a combined 137 minutes. With no clear path to the starting XI, Garner shouldn't be expected to offer much in the way of fantasy value moving forward.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns for youth team Garner (back) played during Thursday's 3-0 U21 loss to PSV, Everton announced.

Impact Garner was active throughout the match and was able to play at full match speed, a good sign as he once more played with the U21's. The midfielder has been playing with the youth teams for the past two weeks, meaning a return to Premier League action could be right around the corner.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Sunday Garner (back) might be available for the squad versus Nottingham Forest on Sunday.

Impact Garner is expected to play in a closed-dorr match during the week, which effectively rules him out versus Arsenal on Wednesday. Even if the midfielder does rejoin the squad Sunday, he will be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI, especially with the re-emergence of Abdoulaye Doucoure under new manager Sean Dyche.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Played for U21s Garner (back) featured in the Everton U21 match against the Tottenham Hotspur U21's last Friday, said manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Garner is working in his return to the team after missing the last five matches with a back problem. He still needs more time to recover, therefore the midfielder should be back with the squad in March.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Monday Garner (back) won't return to the squad for Monday's matchup with Liverpool.

Impact Garner hasn't gotten onto the pitch for the Toffees since Nov. 5 versus Leicester City, a stretch of seven matches on the sidelines due to his back problems. Even prior to his absence, the midfielder featured exclusively off the bench and is unlikely to break into the starting XI any time soon.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Garner (back) was a full practice participant in the lead-up to Monday's matchup with Liverpool.

Impact When fit this season, which has been infrequent, Garner has featured exclusively off the bench, logging a combined 137 minutes in six appearances. At this point, Garner will likely be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI even if available for the Derby on Monday.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins individual work Garner (back) was pictured doing individual pitch work Thursday.

Impact Garner is not expected back until early February, so it appears he remains on track. Even once cleared to play, the midfielder could struggle to break into the starting XI, especially with the reemergence of Alex Iwobi this season. As such, Garner should be expected to offer much in terms of fantasy value.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss two months Garner (back) is expected to return to fitness "at the back end of January or early February," manager Frank Lampard announced Thursday.

Impact Garner missed Everton's final Premier League match before the World Cup break due to a back injury, and he has now been ruled out for around two months while he recovers. Even when fit, he has been limited to just six Premier League appearances this season, all of them coming off the bench.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out of squad with injury Garner is not in the match day squad to face Bournemouth due to an undisclosed injury.

Impact Garner misses out on Saturday's match after suffering an injury in the buildup. The forward has made just six substitute appearances, playing 137 league minutes, since his Summer move from Manchester United.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

James Garner has yet to get his chance at Everton - on under-21 duty he showed his class James Garner showed on England under-21 duty the kind of technical proficiency Everton's midfield have been lacking

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

James Garner: The player likened to Isco who Everton tracked for years In Garner, Everton have finally secured a player who can contribute immediately but also has plenty of room for further growth

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Transfer news: Everton agree £15m fee for Man Utd's James Garner as Frank Lampard calls Anthony Gordon 'too important' to sell James Garner spent the last season and a half on loan at Nottingham Forest; the 21-year-old is set to complete £15m move to Everton; Anthony...

AUGUST 31, 2022 • SKY.COM

Everton close in on £15m deal to sign James Garner Everton are close to signing Manchester United midfielder James Garner in a deal that could rise to £15million including add-ons. Southampto...

AUGUST 31, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Leads team in corners Garner had four goals, eight assists, 49 shots, 88 chances created and 172 corners in Forest's promotion campaign. Following his loan, he'll return to Manchester United.

Impact Garner didn't have huge attacking numbers, as he played in the midfield of a 3-4-1-2 formation this past season. However, a majority role of set pieces saw him in many favorable positions to set up teammates and that's seen in the numbers. Even if he isn't a massive goal threat, set pieces should keep him relevant in the Premier League, assuming he finds a team where he can have that role. His future is uncertain as it's still unlikely he'll crack the Man United starting XI.

JUNE 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Garner will hope to kick on after lively cameo from the bench James Garner has recently been left out of the starting line up but now has a chance to cement his place in the side, starting against Luton

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Nottingham Forest closing in on James Garner loan move from Manchester United Nottingham Forest are closing in on a deal for James Garner to bring the Manchester United player back to the City Ground after his successf...

AUGUST 20, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

What James Garner does next James Garner has been a class act on loan at Nottingham Forest, who would love to keep him but Manchester United have other plans

MARCH 26, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Forest new boys have provided instant impact Chris Hughton is hoping January recruits Filip Krovinovic, James Garner and Glenn Murray will continue to build on their promising starts

FEBRUARY 13, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Garner gives glimpses of ability that may help solve Forest's midfield muddle It was only one match, but James Garner showed he might just be one solution to a long-lasting Forest problem.

FEBRUARY 3, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM