Seamus Coleman has only just returned to action for Everton after recovering from the horrific leg break that he suffered whilst representing Republic of Ireland in March 2017.

The full-back has five Premier League appearances to his name this term, however, and is expected to be involved in Everton's Premier League clash with Manchester City this weekend.

In terms of popularity with the Everton fans, few Toffees players come close to Coleman.

The 29-year-old joined the Merseyside club from Sligo Rovers in 2009, with the Premier League club paying just £60,000 to complete a deal.

These days, Coleman is considered to be one of the best right-backs in the Premier League.

Earlier this week, the topic of Everton's captaincy was put to the club's supporters, and many were in agreement that Coleman should take on the armband next season.

Poor old Phil Jagielka, Wayne Rooney and Leighton Baines did not really get a look-in as the fans demanded that Coleman be appointed the new first-team skipper.

A selection of the Twitter reaction can be seen below:

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