James Tarkowski
Career
Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.
Player Season Cards
James Alan Tarkowski's season performance cards
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
James Alan Tarkowski is a exceptional SHIELD for Everton. Evidence: 1.4 Blocks/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Defense (80/100) but has room to grow in Shooting.
Physical profile: Veteran Experience.
James Alan Tarkowski Traits
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vs Premier League
Traits
Player DNA
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Match Stats
Match-by-match record for James Alan Tarkowski this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | Everton 3-0 Chelsea | 92' | 7.3 | - | - | 50 |
| Mar 03, 2026 | Everton 2-0 Burnley | 99' | 7.9 | 1 | 0 | 21 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Newcastle 2-3 Everton | 97' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 82 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | Everton 0-1 Manchester United | 94' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Everton 1-2 Bournemouth | 94' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 74 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Fulham 1-2 Everton | 98' | 6.0 | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Brighton 1-1 Everton | 97' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Everton 1-1 Leeds | 94' | 7.3 | - | - | 31 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Girona 1-1 Getafe | 95' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 48 |
| Jan 18, 2026 | Aston Villa 0-1 Everton | 95' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 44 |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Everton 1-1 Wolves | 90' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Jan 04, 2026 | Everton 2-4 Brentford | 91' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 89 |
| Dec 30, 2025 | Nottingham Forest 0-2 Everton | 93' | 7.9 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Burnley 0-0 Everton | 97' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Dec 20, 2025 | Everton 0-1 Arsenal | 90' | 7.9 | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| 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 Alan Tarkowski's transfer value changes and career value history
James Tarkowski is Everton’s Platinum Wall, a defender whose career is defined by grit and resilience. With two Championship titles under his belt and years of Premier League experience, the Manchester-born center-back has established himself as the foundational element of the Toffees' defensive unit since his arrival in 2022.
Acting as the primary defensive anchor in 19 of his 24 appearances, Tarkowski has logged an impressive 2,169 minutes of action. His defensive output is punctuated by his gold SHIELD badge, earned through an elite 1.4 blocks per 90 minutes. While he is going through a quiet spell regarding his recent form, his Defense rating of 82 remains among the most robust in the division. He provides a sense of Balance to the backline, though his Intensity during this period reflects a player working back toward his peak season ability.
Holding a stable market value of €9M, Tarkowski remains a high-value asset for a side navigating the Stakes of top-flight competition. His presence is non-negotiable for Everton’s stability, providing the veteran leadership required for the grueling nature of a full Premier League campaign.