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Needs more time Garner (back) continues to train indoors and needs around a month still, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy has been working hard, he's further down the road than he was but h...

Impact Garner still needs time to recover from his back issues. The midfielder likely is still a month away, having yet to train with the team in any capacity. That said, he will look to return within the first few weeks of the new year, probably missing around four or five more contests.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still training indoors Garner (back) has yet to start training on the grass for Everton, said manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy is not there yet [on the grass]".

Impact Garner was able to start a rehab program after seeing a specialist last week, however is not ready to start training on the grass. This pushes back his return, which wont be until around the New Years, barring any set backs.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Positive news from specialist Garner (back) is beginning his rehab after a positive update from a specialist, per manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy [Garner] has had good news from the specialist, although he's been ou...

Impact Garner is beginning to work his way back to fitness after some good news regarding his back issue. He still remains weeks away from a return, but it appears he's trending the right way with his back issue. The midfielder will hope to get back before the end of the calendar year, though there's no given timeline yet.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Set for sideline Garner (back) is set for weeks out, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy Garner is very unfortunate, he has a longer-term injury. I mentioned last week about getting an assessme...

Impact Garner was hopeful for a better assessment, but it seems he is set for weeks out. It's a tough turn for the midfielder, who will now be out until after the November international break at least. Garner has made just four appearances (two starts) this season.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Needs more time Garner (back) is out for Saturday's match against Fulham as he takes more time to recover, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy - we're waiting on more news, just a specialist v...

Impact Garner will have to wait yet another week for his return, with the midfielder sidelined as he awaits more news from a specialists. However, he does appear to be closing in on a return, hopefully returning ahead of the November international break. The club will hope this comes to fruition, with the midfielder starting in two of his four appearances this campaign.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out with back problems Garner is out for Saturday's match against Ipswich Town due to back issues, according to manager Sean Dyche. "He's got a back situation that we're just monitoring at the moment - i...

Impact Garner has returned from the international break with problems, nursing a back injury that will leave him out at least one match. A timetable for his return is unknown, with the club set to take a closer look at his situation in the coming week. He did start at right-back last match and will likely have that spot taken by Ashley Young while he is out dealing with his injury.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Starts, makes three tackles Garner recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Leicester City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80th minute.

Impact Garner recovered from an illness and made his first start in the campaign after coming off the bench in their previous match. The midfielder made the second-most tackles for Everton with a season-high three. He will now look to consolidate his spot in the squad.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Starting at right back Garner (illness) is starting for Everton during Saturday's match against Leicester City.

Impact Garner returns from an illness which kept him out of mid week action in the Carabao Cup and training in the buildup to the match. Garner will fill in at right-back for Everton on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Garner (illness) is out for Saturday's match against Leicester City, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy is still not in with illness."

Impact Garner will miss out yet again, as after missing their midweek match in the Carabao Cup, he has been ruled out to face the Foxes Saturday. This continues the trend of the midfielder missing time, having missed two of the club's four matches this season while going unused in one of his two appearances on the team sheet. That said, his absence will be a minor issue, although they will hope for his return in the club's next contest.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Garner was held out of Tuesday's 1-1 (6-5) penalty win over Southampton due to an illness, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Garner is one of the couple of players to be missing from the Everton side due to illness, with this being his first match missed due to the issues. This leaves him unlikely for Saturday's match against Leicester City, only having a few days to recover. They will hope for his availability to have as a depth option, as he has only appeared once all season, having already missed two games due to injury.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Cup Garner played 67 minutes during Tuesday's clash with Doncaster in the EFL Cup.

Impact Garner returned from a calf strain and got the start during the EFL Cup clash. The midfielder looked solid during his hour on the pitch, linking up nicely with the attack. When fully fit Garner should be competing for a spot in the starting XI.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Training with group Garner (calf) is out for Saturday's match against Tottenham but has started to train with the group again, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Garner is getting a bit closer and is j...

Impact Garner has been out since early August after picking up a knock to the calf in a pre-season friendly, having halted him from any football activities. However, he has finally made improvements, as he was back on the training field with the group this week. He still will need a bit until he is fully fit again, likely returning at the start of September.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Injury not serious Garner is set to join the team soon as his injury is "not serious", per manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Garner had picked up an injury during a preseason match against Coventry, which is set to keep him out for the first match of the season. The good news is that his injury is nothing serious and will likely be ready for the next game or two. New signing Tim Iroegbunam is set to start in the midfield for the match against Brighton during his absence.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Picked up injury against Coventry Garner has been announced to have picked up an injury in their last friendly against Coventry City, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Youssef has one which will take a while. We're...

Impact Garner has picked up an issue, although it doesn't appear to be a major issue, with their manager seemingly playing down the issue. Not much more has been released on the issue, with the severity and location having yet to be announced. That said, they will look for him to return in their last pre-season friendly, hoping he is fit for the start of the season as he is likely to hold a solid role for the Toffees this campaign.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Serves as secondary corner taker Garner registered 82 corners and 112 crosses (25 accurate) in 37 matches this season, finishing second in both categories behind Dwight McNeil.

Impact Garner missed just one Premier League match this season and featured in the starting XI in 34 of those contests. While the midfielder won't be replacing McNeil as the primary corner taker any time soon, he should still feature prominently for the club next season and figures to provide plenty of offensive upside.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in win Garner had four off-target shots, created two chances, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 1-0 win over Sheffield United.

Impact Garner had another productive outing in the middle of the park, being involved in many dangerous plays by both finishing and creating for teammates. Despite not scoring or assisting that much in his first year as a full-time starter at EPL, the youngster contributes in many other aspects of the game and his stats for this campaign could be just a teaser of his potential for the future.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against West Ham Garner assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus West Ham United.

Impact Garner created Beto's opener in the 56th minute with his second assist in the season. That's already his career-high in assists in Premier League play, but he's not expected to create much more on offense. The midfielder also matched his season-best in crosses while taking all of their four corner kicks in the match.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Stout defensively Garner registered five tackles (one won), five clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Manchester City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 97th...

Impact Garner lined up in his regular spot in the midfield despite performing better in the defense against City, notching a decent two interceptions, five tackles and five clearances. He remained much more quiet in the attack, only registering a single chance created. He will hope to pick up his productivity in the attack moving forward, as despite appearing in 23 matches this season, he only has two goal contributions all campaign.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

James Garner exclusive interview: Feeling at Everton under 'old school' Sean Dyche different after rollercoaster start Everton midfielder James Garner exclusively tells Sky Sports he is not holding any relegation fears with the club battling their 10-point de...

JANUARY 14 • SKY.COM

Productive on both ends Saturday Garner recorded three shots (two on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Garner filled up the stat sheet Saturday, finishing the match with three shots, three chances created, five crosses and four corners. He played well defensively too, winning two tackles and intercepting two passes in his full 90 minutes of action. While he has just two goal contributions on the season, his consistent production in terms of crossing and defense makes him a solid option in some formats.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Garner (illness) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Garner returns after missing out on mid week action with an illness. The midfielder keeps his place in the starting XI even with Amadou Onana back fit as well.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hoping to return Sunday Garner (illness) is hoping to return for Sunday's clash with Chelsea, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Jimmy, I hope [will be available],"

Impact Garner is dealing with a minor illness and Dyche even added he could be better with 24 to 48 hours. Ashley Young moved into midfield with Garner sidelined for Thursday's clash, but if Garner is at all fit he would be sent straight back into the starting XI.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggling with illness Garner is out for Thursday's clash with Newcastle due to an illness, the club announced."Jimmy Garner, who has been in great form, has gone down with a sickness bug. It hit today a...

Impact Garner picked the illness up the morning of the match so there was no time for the midfielder to hope to recover. With Garner on the sideline Ashley Young moves into central midfield to replace him. Garner will have a few days to recover before a Sunday clash with Chelsea.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

James Garner 'was outstanding' for Everton v. Nottingham Forest | The 2 Robbies Podcast

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores opener in rout over Bournemouth Garner placed four shots (two on-target) scoring with one of them. He also executed five crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-0 win over AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Garner scored Everton's opening goal on Saturday. It was a coolly taken strike that capitalized on a Bournemouth defensive error. His playmaking work rate was high, feeding opportunities to Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Abdoulaye Doucoure. His command of the midfield was a key contribution to his team's decisive victory. The 22-year-old is in hot form, he has scored twice and delivered an assist in his last four matches.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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