JAMES TARKOWSKI NEWS

Leads defensive effort Tarkowski recorded three tackles (three won) and four clearances in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Arsenal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.

Impact Tarkowski set the example for the Everton defense Saturday, leading the team with three tackles (three won) as they were defeated by Arsenal 1-2. Tarkowski was also credited with two blocks. For the second consecutive season, Tarkowski started all 38 matches for Everton, scored once and provided one assist. Dating back to his 2017-2018 campaign with Burnley, Tarkowski has started in all 251 Premier League appearances he's made.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in win Tarkowski created one chance, made two tackles (one won), four clearances and six blocks and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Sheffield United.

Impact Tarkowski had another excellent display at the heart of the defense, this time setting a new season high in shots blocked to help his side keeping the fifth clean sheet over the last seven matches. This has been another wonderful campaign by the center-back, who leads all EPL players in blocked shots while also ranking second in clearances and fourth in interceptions.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 11 clearances in win Tarkowski generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win over Brentford. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 74th minute.

Impact Tarkowski had a great defensive outing to help Everton earn the win and led them with a season-high 11 clearances. The centerback also logged his third straight clean sheet. He did receive his 10th yellow card so far, though.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six tackles Tarkowski took an off target shot, made six tackles (winning three) and four clearances during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Newcastle.

Impact Tarkowski was a part of the Everton back four that conceded once Tuesday leading the team with six tackles. The defender has combined for nine tackles, two interceptions 11 clearances and two blocks over his last three Premier League matches, but hasn't helped Everton keep a clean sheet in over two months.

APRIL 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Has another productive display Tarkowski created one chance and made two tackles (both won), six clearances, one interception and five blocks during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brighton.

Impact Tarkowski had a huge performance here, even measured by the standards set by himself over the last few years. The center-back was a human wall as usual, racking up four or more clearances for the 11th consecutive game while also setting a new season high in blocked shots. It's very, very tough finding a center-back that producers more fantasy numbers than Tarkowski right now, as he leads all EPL players in interceptions while ranking second in blocks and fourth in clearances.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes nine clearances in draw Tarkowski had one shot on goal, created two chances and made nine clearances, one interception and two blocks during Tuesday's scoreless draw against Fulham.

Impact Tarkowski was once again a defensive star here, always getting in position in advance to prevail over opposing forwards. The nine clearances matched his season high from two months ago and you can always count on him to deliver on this category, where he's top five among all EPL players this season. With 27 clearances over his last four starts, the center-back will try to keep it up during Saturday's clash against Tottenham.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues as regular starter Tarkowski has started in all 21 matches this season for Everton, notching 30 tackles, 36 interceptions and 90 clearances.

Impact Tarkowski is holding a firm grip on a starting spot in the middle of the defense for the second season in a row with the Toffees, appearing in all 21 contests after starting in all 38 of the club's matches last year. He once again has two goal contributions on the season, scoring once on 15 shots and assisting once on 12 chances created, matching his tallies from the previous season. he continues to be one of Everton's most crucial players, and he shouldn't fall out of his spot unless he faces an injury issue, as he will be a key piece in keeping the club out of the relegation zone, especially pending another point deduction due to the recent allegations of breaching the FA rules.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes nine clearances in win Tarkowski generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Tarkowski had a great defensive outing to help Everton earn the win on the road, leading them with a season-high nine clearances. The centerback also logged his third clean sheet of the season. He's been a regular starter so far, playing in all their minutes in the campaign but one.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fires in three shots Tarkowski registered three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brighton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st minute.

Impact Tarkowski was decent on both sides of the ball in Saturday's draw, registering one chance created and three shots in the attack, along with one interception, a block and two clearances in the defense. He has yet to miss a match this season and continues to be a mainstay in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Tarkowski generated one tackle (one won), two clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Liverpool. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 32nd minute...

Impact Tarkowski was stuck behind the ball, as expected, against a tough Liverpool side. Still he put together a nice showing with plenty of defensive volume, something he has done well throughout 2023/24. Tarkowski will continue to see plenty of the ball behind a lackluster Everton midfield, and should have the chance to pile on defensive stats.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies a goal and an assist Tarkowski scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and four chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win over Brentford.

Impact Tarkowski scored his first of the season, as he put Everton up 2-1, with a header off a cross in the 67th minute of action. The goal ties his total from each of the last three years and is only two. behind his career high of three goals in a season. Tarkowski also tallied his first assist of the year, when he headed a pass to Abdoulaye Doucoure, who opened the scoring for Everton in the 6th minute.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in return from injury Tarkowski is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Arsenal.

Impact Tarkowski returns from a concussion suffered during Everton's previous match against Sheffield United. The center back has recovered over the International Break in time to take up his customary role in the heart of defense.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Arsenal Tarkowski (concussion) will be in contention versus Arsenal on Sunday.

Impact Tarkowski has started all four matches for the club this season and should be a lock for the starting XI now that his concussion symptoms are behind him. With the central defender back on the pitch, he should rack up plenty of defensive stats, specifically clearances of which he has 10 this season.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back at training Tarkowski (concussion) was pictured training with the squad ahead of Sunday's matchup with Arsenal.

Impact Tarkowski has already missed out on playing every minute for the Toffees this season after he was forced to exit late against Sheffield United on Sept. 2. Still, the veteran defender figures to be a lock for the starting XI for Everton as long as he is healthy. In that role, Tarkowski figures to rack up plenty of clearances, blocks and interceptions.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In concussion protocol Tarkowski blocked a ball with his head and was forced to be taken out of the match Saturday for concussion evaluation.

Impact Tarkowski will continue to be monitored for concussion like symptoms following Saturday's draw to Sheffield United. Luckly, the defender will have the entire international break to recover, but if he cannot pass concussion protocol by Sep 17, then Miachel Keane will be the next player up to get the start at center back.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in clearances Tarkowski has registered a team-high 10 clearances in four matches this season, along with 11 interceptions, five tackles (two won) and three shots (zero on target).

Impact Tarkowski played every minute of the 2022-23 campaign for the Toffees and seems on pace to do so again this season. With Michael Keane (undisclosed) struggling, the team has trusted youngster Jarrad Branthwaite to partner with the veteran Tarkowski. Regardless of who the other center-back is, Tarkowski figures to be a lock for the starting XI barring an injury.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four interceptions Saturday Tarkowski registered four interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Fulham.

Impact There were questions surrounding Tarkowski's fitness after dealing with a strain, but looked fit while playing the full 90 minutes Saturday. The defender had also played in every match last season, making all 38 starts and playing to the full 90 minutes each time, making him one of the most reliable players in the Premier League.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Fulham Tarkowski (strain) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Fulham.

Impact The veteran center-back picked up an injury in the latter stages of preseason, but head coach Sean Dyche confirmed Tarkowski would be available for the season opener, so his presence in the lineup as captain isn't surprising. Tarkowski played all 38 matches in the 2022-23 Premier League campaign and will look to repeat that feat in the current campaign.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for opener Tarkowski (strain) is set to be fit for Saturday's home opener against Fulhman, confirmed manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Tarkowski was lucky to avoid a long-term injury and is set to be ready for Saturday. He is expected to get the start at center back alongside Michael Keane while earning the title as vice-captain for the 2023/24 season. The defender is also coming off a campaign where he started in all 38 matches he's appeared in, averaging about five clearances and two blocks per game.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No long-term injury concerns Tarkowski (undisclosed) is not expected to miss the season opener versus Fulham. Manager Sean Dyche told reporters the defender suffered "just a knock" and that the team was "being...

Impact This news will come as a huge relief to Everton supporters as Tarkowski played every minute of the 2022-23 campaign, holding down the Everton backline. While the centreback won't offer much in the way of offensive upside, he scored just once on 32 shots (nine on target) last season, he should continue to rack up clearances, blocks and interceptions.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off late Saturday Tarkowski was forced to leave Saturday's friendly match against Sporting Lisbon with a knock and was replaced as a precautionary move, manager Sean Dyche told media during his post...

Impact Tarkowski played all 38 matches during the 2022-23 Premier League and led the league in minutes played, but since he's not getting any younger, Everton wanted to take a cautious approach with the veteran center-back. Dyche said the Toffees were being "ultra careful", and the hope is that Tarkowski will be available for selection next Saturday in the EPL opener against Fulham.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Posts ironman season Tarkowski made 38 appearances (all starts), blocking 78 shots, making 51 tackles and 196 clearances during the 2022-23 season.

Impact Tarkowski played not only every match, but every minute of the season leading the Premier League in blocks while being second in the league in clearances. Tarkowski is as locked into his role as anyone at the club heading into the new season.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE