Michael Keane
England
Right
Jan 11, 1993
33
6'3"
181 lb
CB
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Controlled Centre Back
TBCSuspension over
Keane is available for upcoming games after serving a three-match ban due to the red card he received against Wolverhampton.
Analysis: Keane will return to the contention for a starting spot with Jake O'Brien and Jarrad Branthwaite for the rest of the season if he avoids further disciplinary issues. The experienced center-back has scored three goals in 19 Premier League starts in the current campaign, standing out for his aerial strength while ranking second on his team with an average of 7.2 clearances per contest.
Red card appeal dismissed
Keane will remain suspended three matches after his red card appeal was dismissed by the FA panel.
Analysis: Everton and David Moyes are rightly upset at the FA's decision to keep the red and three-game suspension for Keane. He'll be suspended until Jan. 31, being suspended for one FA Cup match and two in league play. With Jarrad Branthwaite still injured, that likely means Jake O'Brien has to move centrally while possibly Nathan Patterson features at right-back.
Sent off Wednesday
Keane was shown a red card in the second half of Wednesday's draw against Wolverhampton.
Analysis: Keane was given his marching orders after a violent action during his second consecutive league start. The center-back will be ineligible for a minimum of there games, and his place in the starting lineup could be taken by Nathan Patterson if Jarrad Branthwaite (hamstring) remains sidelined.
Ready to keep starting
Keane went the full 90 in Sunday's 4-2 loss against Brentford and came through the game fine after returning from injury, according to manager David Moyes.
Analysis: Keane looks to be fine going forward after missing the Nottingham Forest game a week ago because of a minor injury. He's served well this season, already on 18 starts after totaling just 15 combined the prior two campaigns. It's unclear if he'll keep the job when Jarrad Branthwaite fully returns, but until then, Keane will remain in the XI when healthy.
Makes starting XI
Keane (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Brentford.
Analysis: Keane was a possibility for Sunday, and after some testing, the defender has found a spot in the starting XI after his undisclosed injury. He is their regular starter at centerback and should continue in this role, only missing two starts all season.
Could return Sunday
Keane (undisclosed) "has got a chance" of being an option Sunday against Brentford, according to manager David Moyes.
Analysis: Keane missed the last outing with an injury but is now battling his health to be an option Sunday, a late call, and likely needing to pass some testing. His return will be anticipated, with the defender only missing two starts all season. However, if he drops to the sidelines for a second straight game, Nathan Patterson will probably start again while Jake O'Brien moves to a central role.
Out with injury
Keane is out for Tuesday's match against Nottingham Forest due to an injury, according to manager David Moyes. "I'm not going to tell you what the injuries are, but obviously they're both missing the game, so we're disappointed because it adds to quite a big number at the moment [of players we have out]."
Analysis: Keane is not with the team Tuesday as they enter a busy portion of the schedule, as the defender misses out with an injury. Not much has been given on his status, although this will be something to watch with another game around the corner on Sunday. This leaves them without a starting defender, with Jake O'Brien taking a more central role while Nathan Patterson is starting at right-back.
21 defensive contributions in clean sheet
Keane had three tackles (three won), 13 clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Burnley.
Analysis: Keane was instrumental in the clean sheet, posting 21 defensive contributions with three tackles for a second straight game, three interceptions in his third consecutive match with at least two, 13 clearances to match his season high and two blocks for the second straight appearance. The result gave him his sixth clean sheet with the team and his fourth in the last seven games.
Returns in starting defense
Keane (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Keane was dealing with an injury but seems to have fully recovered since he returns directly to the starting defense for Saturday's clash against Nottingham Forest. His availability allows coach David Moyes to restore his usual defensive structure rather than relying on emergency alternatives.
Still doubtful against Forest
Keane (undisclosed) is still a doubt for Saturday's clash against Nottingham Forest, coach David Moyes said in the press conference. "I'm not sure yet if he's going to be right. He's played against Newcastle with an injury and he couldn't quite make it. I'm not sure if he's going to make it or not."
Analysis: Keane is still dealing with an injury and will likely be a late fitness call for Saturday's clash against Nottingham Forest since coach David Moyes doesn't know if he will be able to make it. This raises some concern since Everton have numerous injuries and suspensions, and the absence of Keane will force the manager to reconsider his lineup, with James Garner likely starting again at right back, while Jake O'Brien replaces Keane in central defense.
No exact timeline for return
Keane (undisclosed) has no exact timeline for his return, per manager David Moyes."He had a little bit of an injury going into the Newcastle game and played but unfortunately he couldn't make this one, so we've had to make a change. We don't know [how long he'll be out]. We hope he might [recover] quite quickly."
Analysis: Keane isn't worried to have suffered a long-term injury, but he did miss Tuesday's trip to Bournemouth. The defender will hope to be back sooner rather than later, with his absence forcing James Garner back into the defense. Keane has started 13 times so far this season, already surpassing his total minutes from 2024/25.
Missing from team sheet
Keane is out for Tuesday's match against Bournemouth for undisclosed reasons.
Analysis: Keane is hitting the sidelines Tuesday as the Toffees enter a midweek match, with the defender unable to make the match for undisclosed reasons, possibly an injury. This will be something to monitor with the quick turnaround this week, another match set to take place Saturday against Nottingham Forest. He is a regular starter, so this is a crucial loss, with Tim Iroegbunam entering the starting XI due to his absence, as O'Brien moves centrally in the defense, while Garner takes over right-back to make space for Iroegbunam.
Scores second in 2-0 win
Keane scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Fulham.
Analysis: Keane scored the second goal as his side won 2-0 against Fulham. This was his 11th start of the season after only 11 games, matching his number of starts for last season. This was his first shot in the last four games and his first shot on target in the last five. He also completed 33 of his 35 passes in the match.
13 clearances in draw
Keane registered one tackle (one won) and 13 clearances in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Sunderland.
Analysis: Keane was busy defensively in the draw, posting season highs of 13 clearances and three blocks along with one tackle. Meanwhile his 17 completed passes marked his lowest total of the season as his side saw little of the ball.
In starting XI
Keane (ribs) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Manchester City.
Analysis: Keane is back in the starting XI after recovering over the international break. The defender had been forced off early in their last match due to a ribs injury but looks fully fit again. He has started every game this season and looks set to continue anchoring the back line.
Training again
Keane (ribs) is back in training and is fit again, according to his club.
Analysis: Keane was back in training over the international break and looks to be fit again after his early exit from their last contest, with the defender appearing to be fit again. This is huge news for the club, as he has yet to miss a start this season, likely to continue in his starting role moving forward.
Suffers ribs injury
Keane was forced off in the 65th minute of Sunday's 2-1 win over Crystal Palace due to a rib injury, coach David Moyes said in a press conference, according to Liverpool World. "He got something between his ribs. I don't really know the outcome, I've not spoken to them [the medical department] yet to see what they say."
Analysis: Keane had a decent outing on Sunday against Palace, contributing three shots, one tackle and nine clearances before being forced off right after the hour mark due to a rib injury. The center-back will be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue and whether he will have to miss some time. Keane has been an undisputed starter this season due to the injury of Jarrad Branthwaite (hamstring), and if both remain out after the break, Tim Iroegbunam will be a possible option to step in.
Nets first of the year
Keane scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-1 draw against West Ham United.
Analysis: Keane notched his first goal of the season, while he logged a shot on target for the second time in three outings. This also marked the second time in six appearances that he topped 40 completed passes. Defensively, he recorded at least one tackle for a fifth straight outings but finished without winning one and without an interception for the first time in three games.
Box-to-box performance
Keane had four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Aston Villa.
Analysis: Keane matched a team-high Saturday with four shot attempts (one on goal) as Everton played to a 0 - 0 stalemate versus Aston Villa. Throughout his 90-minute performance, the defender also contributed one tackle (one won), one interception and four clearances to the clean sheet. Keane has played the full 90 minutes in each of Everton's first four league fixtures this season and made 31 total clearances across that span.
Eleven clearances in victory
Keane had two tackles (zero won) and 11 clearances in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Brighton.
Analysis: Keane played the full 90 minutes at centre-back as Everton shut out Brighton. Working alongside James Tarkowski, he helped hold the visitors to four shots on target from 13 total attempts by contributing two tackles and 11 clearances. He was reliable in the air on defensive set plays and cleared danger repeatedly late on to allow Everton to secure their first clean sheet of the season, which was also the first at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
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