SEAMUS COLEMAN NEWS

Returns to grass Coleman (illness) was back in training Thursday ahead of Saturday's trip versus Brighton. "Seamus was ill earlier in the week, he was back in today - he still sounds a little bit g...

Impact Coleman was forced to miss last match with an illness, but is working to return to match fitness and could be in contention for Saturday. Ben Godfrey has been taking his spot at right back and could see a start against Brighton if Vitaliy Mykolenko (strain) is indeed ruled out.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Coleman was absent from Monday's clash with Crystal Palace due to an illness. Manager Sean Dyche told reporters, "Seamus went down with an illness, unfortunately. Couldn't make the...

Impact Coleman was reportedly in line to get the start before failing under the weather. Instead, Ben Godfrey made his fourth consecutive start at right-back while Ashley Young featured further up the pitch. If the veteran Coleman can get back to 100 percent, he could be in contention to feature versus Brighton on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Returns off bench Coleman came off the bench for the final 15 minutes of a two-all draw with Tottenham.

Impact Coleman has dealt with a few muscular injuries and was sidelined for one match with a hamstring concern. He was able to make his return to the bench after only the single match on the sideline, a good sign it was as minor as originally thought. Coleman has been the top choice when fully fit and could be back in the starting XI for a tough Saturday trip to Manchester City.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Tottenham Coleman (hamstring) is a bench option to face Tottenham on Saturday.

Impact Coleman will return after missing one game but won't get the start. He has logged four inaccurate crosses, five tackles, two interceptions, and nine clearances in three appearances. Ben Godfrey is playing at right-back.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Facing late fitness test Coleman (hamstring) will be re-evaluated prior to kick off of Saturday's matchup with Tottenham.

Impact Coleman has been hampered by injuries this season, making just three appearances (two starts) for the club in which he registered nine clearances, five tackles (four won) and four crosses (zero accurate). At this point, even if Coleman is cleared to play Saturday, he may have to settle for a spot on the bench given his fitness concerns.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely against Fulham Coleman (hamstring) is unlikely to be ready for Tuesday's trip to Fulham, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Coleman is unlikely to be rushed back into action Tuesday with Nathan Patterson healthy and available. Given the injury problems for Coleman this past year and his age, every return from injury will take a little longer than expected, which means at least another match on the sidelines for a hamstring injury.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Still out for FA Cup Coleman (hamstring) is unlikely for Saturday's FA Cup match, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact It sounds like a little more than hamstring tightness for Coleman, who was dealing with the issue more than a week ago and doesn't appear to be back in training yet. Given his lack of minutes this season due to his knee injury, it's hard to see him being pushed right back into the starting XI when he returns with Nathan Patterson set for at least another start or two at right-back.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring tightness Coleman is out for Wednesday's clash with Crystal Palace due to hamstring tightness, according to manager Seamus Coleman.

Impact Coleman is a veteran who has struggled with injuries consistently, seeing him get some rest isn't overly surprising. The full-back has an extended period to complete his recover before a Jan. 30 trip to Fulham. Nathan Patterson got the start with Coleman left sidelined Wednesday.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Palace Coleman got the start and played 90 minutes during Thursday's scoreless draw with Crystal Palace.

Impact Coleman was back in the starting XI and back going the full 90. The defender will likely see some rotation in cup competitions while competing for Premier League starts. When fit Coleman has gone unused more often than not, though some of that is almost certainly load management for these recurring issues.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face City Coleman (groin) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Coleman is back on the team sheet after a three-match spell on the sidelines due to a groin issue, returning to the bench against the Cityzens. The defender has only been available three times this season, starting in one of those appearances, so it is difficult to say how much time the defender will earn now that he is healthy. He most likely will remain as a rotational player, getting starts here and there but mainly serving as a bench option for the Toffees.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Coleman (groin) is not in the squad for Saturday's trip to Tottenham.

Impact Coleman misses out on Saturday's match after being a game time decision in the buildup. The fullback has missed three straight matches after making his season debut at the start of the month.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be game time decision Saturday Coleman (groin) may be an option for Saturday's match against Tottenham, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Touch and go with Seamus because of the involvement side of things where...

Impact Coleman will be a late addition if available on Saturday, as he still needs a couple more days of training before they truly know where the player is in his recovery. The defender will hope to return for the Tottenham match, only being available once all of this campaign. If he is given the nod into the team sheet Saturday, most likely expect him to return to the bench, as he probably won't start with his fitness not being confirmed at the moment.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shelved again Coleman (groin) will not be an option for Saturday's match versus Burnley.

Impact Coleman will miss his second match in a row with a groin injury. He is still struggling to keep fit after returning from a long term knee injury, making just one appearance thus far. Nathan Patterson will remain at right back for Everton.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with groin injury Coleman (groin) is not in the squad to face Chelsea on Sunday.

Impact Coleman misses out on Sunday's match after suffering the groin injury in mid week. The club captain has made just one appearance in an injury plagued season thus far.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injury not serious Coleman (groin) isn't thought to have picked a serious injury during Thursday's win over Newcastle, according to manager Sean Dyche. "We'll check on Seamus tomorrow. He has a minor...

Impact Coleman has been out for a significant period of time and is in doubt for Sunday's clash. After so many weeks on the sideline it was more likely than not that Coleman would be limited for Sunday's trip to Chelsea either way. Nathan Patterson could be in line for more minutes for Sunday's match.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off on return Coleman was forced off with an apparent injury during Thursday's clash with Newcastle United.

Impact Coleman came off holding his inner thigh, a potential groin concern for the captain. Nathan Patterson was brought on to replace him, and could see more minutes if the injury proves to be another serious one for Coleman.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for season debut Coleman (knee) is in the squad for Sunday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Coleman returns from a knee injury which has kept him out the entire season to this point. The veteran fullback is available from the bench with Vitaliy Mykolenko remaining as the starting left-back.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Coleman (knee) could return for Sunday's clash with Manchester United, according to manager Sean Dyche."Seamus came through it with no problem and I spoke to him about it, I think...

Impact Coleman went the full 90 with the U21 team and is now ready to return to the first team. It's a heavy doubt he will be summoned straight back into the starting XI, and it's even possible he's lost his spot in the starting XI moving forward. Still the club captain is a huge boon as Everton look to manage a 10-point penalty from the Premier League.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still with youth side Coleman (knee) started during Wednesday's Premier League International Cup clash with Athletic Club.

Impact Coleman continues to work on building his fitness with the Everton U21 side. The defender is making his way back from a serious injury so he clearly isn't being rushed back to first team minutes. This is Coleman's third appearance with the Everton U21 team.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working on fitness Coleman (knee) is continuing working on his fitness and is not too far along from making a return to the pitch, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Coleman could see a return before the end of the month after getting minutes with the youth team while also working on his fitness after missing the last six months with a knee injury. He is still expected to return to a big role, especially after being a regular starter in the defense for the last two campaigns.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active with youth team Coleman (knee) got the start during Everton's U21 win over Mannsfield Town.

Impact Coleman returned to match action with the U21 team and got some solid minutes. The full-back is still working on rebuilding his match fitness and isn't likely to make some sort of first team return before the international break.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts for U21 side Coleman (knee) started for Everton's U21 side against Mansfield Town on Tuesday, playing 66 minutes before coming off.

Impact Coleman continues to work his way back from a long-term knee problem, making just his second appearance with the youth setup since 2011/12. The veteran right-back has yet to get on the pitch for the senior team this season but appears to be trending in the right direction. With the international break around the corner, Coleman could be ready for the squad versus Manchester United on Nov. 26.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could play for U21 side Coleman (knee) has been involved in training and is expected to play with the U21 team. "Seamus is going well. He'll hopefully get involved in a game for the Under-21s this weekend...

Impact Coleman is inching closer to a return to the senior team after missing the first two months with a knee injury. If all goes well after playing for the U21 side, the midfielder could make his season debut before the end of November. He had started 20 of the 23 games played last campaign, totaling a goal while averaging less than two tackles per contest.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In full training Coleman (knee) is back in full team training but isn't ready for Sunday's trip to West Ham, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Coleman's recovery is coming along well and the fact he's in full team training could indicate a return is coming sooner rather than later. The soonest Coleman could return should be before the November international break, a great sign since his original target was reportedly in December.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on grass Coleman (knee) returned to the grass and will hope to ramp up training in the next month, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Coleman probably still has another month to go, as he's only just back on grass and will likely be limited to individual work for the next couple weeks. From there, he'll need to get back his fitness in full training and given his time away, that will take another couple weeks. And while that happens, the hope is that his knee feels fine and that there are no setbacks in his recovery.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE