Seamus Coleman has signed a new contract with Everton.
Coleman’s existing deal at Goodison Park was due to expire this month, bringing down the curtain on his tireless stay with the club since 2009.
But the Republic of Ireland captain penned a 12-month extension on Thursday which will see him complete a full 15 years with the Blues.
And Coleman, working his way back from a knee injury picked up in May’s draw at Leicester City, revealed his pride at staying with Sean Dyche’s side.
He said: “Everyone knows how much Everton means to me which is why it is special to sign this new contract and continue to play for this great club.
“From the moment I joined more than 14 years ago, the support my family and I have had from our fans and everyone around the club has been amazing.
“I never take for granted just how fortunate I am to represent Everton. That has included the honour of wearing the captain’s armband in recent years.”