Active in Premier League
James Garner
Defender #37
Age 24 years
Nationality England
Market Value €22M
Career
E
◀ 2022 Everton from Manchester United
MU
2022 Manchester United from Nottingham Forest
NF
2021 Nottingham Forest from Manchester United
MU
2021 Manchester United from Nottingham Forest
NF
2021 Nottingham Forest from Manchester United
W
2020 Watford from Manchester United
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
James David Garner is a above average WALL for Everton. Evidence: 3.1 Tackles/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Passing (76/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.
James David Garner Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 51%
Weight 52%
Experience 47%
vs Premier League
Height 62%
Weight 61%
Experience 47%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 62
Shooting 60
Defense 72
Workrate 53
Passing 76
Key Strength 76 Passing
Area to Watch 53 Workrate
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for James David Garner this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | Everton 3-0 Chelsea | 92' | 7.3 | - | 1 | 50 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Arsenal 2-0 Everton | 99' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Mar 03, 2026 | Everton 2-0 Burnley | 99' | 7.6 | 0 | 1 | 21 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Newcastle 2-3 Everton | 97' | 6.7 | 0 | 1 | 82 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | Everton 0-1 Manchester United | 94' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Everton 1-2 Bournemouth | 94' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 74 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Fulham 1-2 Everton | 98' | 8.0 | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Brighton 1-1 Everton | 97' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Everton 1-1 Leeds | 94' | 7.5 | - | - | 31 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Girona 1-1 Getafe | 95' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 48 |
| Jan 18, 2026 | Aston Villa 0-1 Everton | 95' | 7.9 | 0 | 0 | 44 |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Everton 1-1 Wolves | 90' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Jan 04, 2026 | Everton 2-4 Brentford | 91' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 89 |
| Dec 30, 2025 | Nottingham Forest 0-2 Everton | 93' | 9.5 | 1 | 1 | 28 |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Burnley 0-0 Everton | 97' | 7.6 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2026 | Brentford vs Everton | 31 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | Everton vs Liverpool | 34 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | West Ham vs Everton | 42 |
| May 02, 2026 | Everton vs Manchester City | 55 |
| May 09, 2026 | Crystal Palace vs Everton | 33 |
| May 17, 2026 | Everton vs Sunderland | 49 |
| May 24, 2026 | Tottenham vs Everton | 23 |
Player Market Value
Track James David Garner's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €22.0M
Peak Value €22.0M (Q1'24)
€22.0M €11.0M €0
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James Garner is Everton's Bronze Creator, serving as the technical engine in the heart of the Toffees' midfield. A winner of the UEFA U21 Championship with two career trophies already secured, Garner has evolved from a Manchester United prospect into a foundational Premier League starter since his move to Merseyside.
Across 24 appearances this season, Garner has logged a robust 2,154 minutes, proving his reliability over a full campaign. While his recent output suggests he is searching for rhythm during a quiet spell, his Passing rating of 75 highlights his role as a primary distributor. His profile is uniquely balanced by a silver WALL badge, earned through a tenacious 3.1 tackles per 90 minutes. Though his Intensity has dipped in recent weeks, a 74 skills rating ensures he remains a constant threat to provide the decisive ball when the Balance of a match is on the line.
Currently valued at €22M with a rising trend, Garner’s stock continues to grow. His development into a consistent midfield general will be crucial for Everton as they navigate high-Stakes fixtures in the seasons to come.