Idrissa Gana Gueye has committed his immediate future to Everton after signing a new contract with the Premier League side, keeping him at the club beyond the expiration of his current deal this June.
The 35-year-old Senegalese international has agreed fresh terms that include an option for a further year, ensuring his presence in Sean Dyche’s squad for the 2024/25 campaign.
Everton officially confirmed the agreement in a statement that also revealed veteran defender Seamus Coleman had been offered a new contract.
Currently on international duty with Senegal, Gueye has once again demonstrated his enduring value at Goodison Park.
The midfielder, renowned for his work rate, tactical intelligence, and defensive tenacity, remains a central figure in the club’s plans despite his advancing age.
Gueye’s contribution to Everton this past season was significant. He featured in 40 matches across all competitions, starting 37 of them—a testament to his consistency and importance in the heart of midfield.
His performances were instrumental in helping the club navigate a challenging campaign, providing stability and experience in a squad that faced both on-field and off-field difficulties.
Since joining Everton in 2016 from Aston Villa, and then returning to the club in 2022 after a stint with Paris Saint-Germain, Gueye has become a fixture in the Toffees’ lineup.
Across his two spells with the Merseyside club, he has amassed 211 appearances, further solidifying his place as one of the team’s most reliable and enduring players.
Everton’s decision to retain Gueye comes at a time when the club is seeking both continuity and leadership within its ranks. His influence extends beyond the pitch, where his professionalism and experience serve as a guide for younger teammates. The option to extend his contract by an additional season gives the club flexibility while maintaining a dependable presence in midfield.
Gueye’s new deal is also viewed as a signal of stability amid wider uncertainties surrounding Everton’s long-term planning and squad rebuilding efforts.
With numerous contracts up for renewal and financial constraints impacting recruitment, keeping hold of a player of Gueye’s calibre without the need for a transfer fee represents sound strategic planning.
Though he has not been among the most high-profile figures in English football, Gueye’s value has never been in question at Goodison Park.
His ability to read the game, break up opposition attacks, and transition play has made him a key part of Everton’s structure under multiple managers.
As he prepares to return to the Premier League next season in Everton colours, Gueye will continue balancing club duties with his international responsibilities for Senegal.
With the club set to enter a period of rebuilding and youth integration, the experience and leadership of the seasoned midfielder are likely to prove as vital as ever.
Everton fans will now look ahead to the new season with the assurance that one of their most dependable performers remains in place, ready to once again anchor the midfield and guide the next generation at Goodison Park.
