Idrissa Gana Gueye has now finally signed a new contract with Everton after weeks of uncertainty, and the expiry of his current contract last week.
Idrissa Gana Gueye has signed a new contract that runs through June 2026, with the option of extending for another year. This provides him the security of that additional second year that appeared to be one of the main sticking points, which has delayed this deal from being completed earlier.
Gana Gueye’s current contract with the club ended on June 30 and he has technically been a free agent, while his camp have thrashed out the details of a new deal that would enable him to keep playing for the club.
Elected Players’ Player of the Season following another impressive campaign, the 35-year-old continues to run the show at the heart of the Everton midfield. He topped the Premier League charts for the number of tackles made last season, which is an incredible statistic for a 35-year-old.
“Everyone knows what Everton means to me and my family. After six seasons here, this club is more than just a place I play, it’s part of who I am,” he told the club website after signing a new deal.
“I’m proud to start my seventh year as a Blue. Last season was a strong one for me personally, and I feel ready, fresh, and more driven than ever to keep pushing.”
The Senegal international who now has 113 caps first joined the Toffees from Aston Villa back in 2016 for around £7.1M and he became a fan favourite at Goodison Park. He left for PSG in 2019 but returned on deadline day in 2022, as he felt he was back “home”. And since returning, he seems to have only gotten better — except for his shooting, which is still terrible!
“With our beautiful new stadium and a real sense of momentum throughout the club, this season feels like a turning point, the chance to build something big and lasting.
“We’ve got the foundations. Now it’s up to us: players, staff, the manager, the board, and most importantly, our fans, to come together so we can raise the bar again and take Everton back to where it belongs.
“I’m fully committed to that challenge. Let’s go again. Together,” the Senegalese midfielder signed off.