‘Unbelievable’: Seamus Coleman has noticed what two Everton players often do before training

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Everton captain Seamus Coleman has paid tribute to summer central defensive signings Conor Coady and James Tarkowski.

After years of a revolving cast of injury-hit central defenders, Frank Lampard has provided Everton with a solution.

He brought in Tarkowski and Coady, both of whom are proven at Premier League level and durable, hardly missing a game.

In an interview with the club’s official website, Coleman said he has learned so much from the two new-boys, despite being a hugely experienced player himself.

Coleman on Tarkowski and Coady

“It feels like a different dressing room this season,” said Coleman. “We’ve got a great group.

“James is a big part of that. He’s been unbelievable since he came in. He’s a great player and he’s a great character, too.

“It’s hard to mention James without mentioning Conor Coady in the same breath.

“Again, he’s such an infectious person – he’s so full of life, full of personality and enthusiasm all the time.

“We’ve learned a lot from last season and the manager is trying to build his own philosophy and his own standards around the building.

“You can always learn. Definitely. Whether that be from the youngest member of the squad or the oldest, the manager or a coach.

“For example, ever since Tarky and Conor came on board, I’ve learned so much from them in a short period of time.

“That could be how they are after a result, how they interact with others, how they act before training to get the spirits and the mood high.

“They’ve been great on the pitch and they’ve been unbelievable for things that maybe the fans don’t see. I’m so happy they are at the club.”

Coady and Tarkowski have added leadership and quality to the Everton backline, offering a massive springboard to the improvement this season.

Coleman is another leader, and he has come into the team during Nathan Patterson’s injury absence and performed impressively too.