James Garner has said it feels a 'natural' progression to step up and takes up a leadership role at Everton this season.
Everton midfielder James Garner stated that taking on a leadership role this season feels like a natural progression. Garner has established himself as a central figure under manager David Moyes following a standout 2025/26 campaign in which he won both Everton Player of the Season and Players' Player of the Season, as well as earning his England debut.
After four seasons at the club, Garner noted that the departures of senior teammates Seamus Coleman and Idrissa Gueye created an opening for him to step up. He also highlighted the squad's unity, noting that Everton's smaller squad size has bonded the players together after a positive start to the season.
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