Michael Keane of Everton thanking the fans after the match against Arsenal
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Max Wilkins
Tue 7 April 2026 7:10, UK
Everton defender Michael Keane could be on the move when the season comes to an end.
The ex-England international has played a useful role on Merseyside this season and has started more games than initially expected.
In the absence of key defenders like James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite at different times this season, he has stepped in well.
The 33-year-old is just another name who has improved under David Moyes, despite previously being surplus to requirements.
Keane now faces an uncertain future at Everton as the end of the campaign looms at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
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What is Michael Keane’s contract situation at Everton?
It has come as a surprise to many that the ex-Burnley man has become such a useful squad player on Merseyside.
He has already featured in 27 Premier League matches and has helped the Blues into a European qualification race.
Stat (Premier League 25/26) Michael Keane
Appearances 27
Minutes played 2137
Clean sheets 7
Duels won 129
Defensive contributions 259
Michael Keane Everton stats 2025-26
That has made the one-year deal he signed last summer worth every penny, as he has repaid the faith Moyes showed in him.
His current deal will see him remain an Everton player until the summer, when he will become a free agent in L4.
The Englishman is currently paid a reported weekly fee of £80,000, equating to a yearly wage in the region of £4.1million.
Keane has even been mentioned in England call-upchatter due to his form, but his future remains up in the air right now.
Could Keane sign a new contract at Everton?
It feels like there’s no real reason why the defender shouldn’t be afforded new terms on Merseyside after an excellent season.
Losing a player who has featured as much as Keane would be a blow, especially on a free transfer when he could have been kept.
Michael Keane Everton stats
Even another one-year deal on similar terms would be a worthwhile exercise and would likely be accepted by the former Manchester United youngster.
It would ultimately come down to what direction Moyes wants to go in, but he needs a squad and Keane would play a useful part in any side he builds.