Garner has set his sights on a place in the England squad after an impressive start to the campaign which saw him blasting home a brilliant effort from distance in the 2-0 win over Brighton in August.
He has played every minute of Everton’s four Premier League fixtures to date, with the Blues positioned in the Top 6 after a solid start.
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The 24-year-old has shown his versatility by deputising at left-back amid injury issues, in addition to his preferred midfield role. So far this season, only Crystal Palace left-back Tyrick Mitchell has won more tackles than the Everton man.
Moyes mentioned Garner as an option for England earlier this month, and it’s an ambition the midfielder is unafraid to discuss.
Having won 18 caps for the England U21 side and earned inclusion in the Team of the Tournament as the Young Lions won the European Championship in 2023, Garner believes he’s capable of stepping up to the senior squad.
“It’s been a good start to the season, but I’m focused on keeping it going for a full season,” he said in the matchday programme ahead of the draw with Aston Villa at the weekend.
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“As I say, the past few seasons have been up and down for me. I want to stay fit, first and foremost, and I want to play as much as I can, have a good season for the club and hopefully get recognised by England at some point, too.
“I want to get into that England team – that’s my long-term goal. I know it’s not going to happen overnight, but I definitely feel like I’ve got the quality, so it’s just about keeping consistent and improving with every game. I’m hopeful it’ll come.”
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Christy Ring
2 Posted 16/09/2025 at 20:03:50
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It’s a nice confidence boost from Moyes to mention Garner for England, hopefully he’ll be a regular in our midfield now, and not left back, and give him a new contract now.
Peter Moore
3 Posted 16/09/2025 at 22:09:30
Garner is a quality player with top class attitude and application too.
Only 24 too.
A superb future for him and us is unfolding at resurgent Everton on the banks of the Royal Blue Mersey.
I have generally thought Garner would peak just below the level of an England cap – and would probably need to be replaced by a better player as the team improves.
However, I would be delighted to be wrong.
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He’s responded very well to playing in a better team, with better players around him. Hopefully he does get England recognition. He’s never going to be flashy but he does the simple things well (which sounds like a put down but is not intended to be).
I bet Man Utd are wondering why they let him go – with a succession of expensive crap coming in as supposed upgrades.
Robert #4, in 5 years on their books, Garner only played 9 minutes of Premier League football for Man Utd, and I doubt their star-worshipping, glamour-hungry management and fans even remember he was ever there. His working-man’s style never had a prayer of being appreciated amongst what you accurately describe as their expensive crap.
I’d be willing to bet that he’s been overlooked by England for the same reason. And unfortunately for him, he doesn’t qualify to play for any other country. English through and through.
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As for our club, as I’ve said before, I view him as a foundational piece of the Everton of the future, and no matter how glamorous we get in the coming years, I believe there will always be a place for him.