Tarkowski's Everton Future Secured As Club Target European Football

Written By Albert Echata

Everton’s talismanic defender, James Tarkowski, has committed his future to the club by signing a two-year contract extension, securing his stay at Goodison Park until June 2028.

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The 32-year-old center-back has been a key player for the Toffees since joining on a free transfer from Burnley in 2022.

Having made 128 appearances overall for Everton, Tarkowski was named vice-captain in 2023 and has worn the captain’s armband in all seven of their Premier League matches so far this season.

“I’m super excited and proud to be an Everton player and to continue this journey,” Tarkowski told evertontv. “It’s been a crazy few years with some big lows and some massive highs. We’ve managed to get through those tough times and hopefully now we’re on to more positive and exciting times ahead.

“I think the intention has been set out from the start of this season. I’ve loved every minute so far of working under the manager [David Moyes]. He has made it clear where we’re going with this club. The results and performances have really improved in his time here and it does seem to be going in one direction.

“The reason I’ve signed is because I want to be a part of that. Now it’s up to us as players to get on board and take us in that direction.”

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Tarkowski, a constant fixture in David Moyes’ starting XI, had an impressive streak of 111 consecutive Premier League starts. This run, which was only two starts shy of Wayne Bridge’s outfield record, ended in April when he suffered a hamstring injury.

Now fully recovered, the Everton center-back has told fans he feels “better than ever” and is ready to take a leadership role to help elevate his teammates’ performance.

“There have been times when I’ve had to play through injuries, but most lads do that. You have to do it. I want to put another big run of games together now.

“I’m experienced and I know my own game well. I know how to play and how to get the best out of myself. And then I also want to be a leader, not just on a matchday, but also in and around the training ground – guiding people, helping people and just helping this team get better.”

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