Tony Bellew praised Seamus Coleman as Everton’s best transfer following the release of his documentary. The dedicated Everton supporter expressed his thoughts on July 21 via X, after the club shared a clip of the new YouTube feature on their long-time captain.
Coleman, now 35, signed a one-year contract extension this summer, extending his tenure at the club to 16 seasons. He joined Everton from Sligo Rovers in 2009 for just £60,000【BBC Sport】.
Bellew stated, “The best purchase in the club’s history! He epitomizes everything that’s great about our club.”
It’s difficult to dispute that Coleman has been one of the most cost-effective transfers in Premier League history. Despite injury struggles in recent years, which suggested his Everton career might be winding down, Sean Dyche’s desire to keep him led to the contract extension.
Coleman is widely respected, especially at Everton, and many figures are eager to commend him in the documentary. He has guided the team through challenging periods and is expected to continue doing so following the recent failed takeover attempt by Dan Friedkin.
Last season, Coleman made only 12 Premier League appearances under Dyche, and this might have been fewer if the club’s financial issues under Farhad Moshiri hadn’t necessitated his presence. His leadership, alongside players like Jordan Pickford, has been crucial for squad cohesion over the past three seasons.
Dyche reportedly sought to strengthen the full-back positions last summer, but this did not materialize, nor has it this year despite links to players such as Jackson Tchatchoua. Everton recently played a friendly against Coleman’s former team, with Youssef Chermiti scoring in a 3-3 draw on July 19.
The squad needs further reinforcements, and while Alan Myers indicated on July 21 that multiple deals are in progress, the transfer situation remains uncertain following the takeover collapse【The Esk】.
