Rumours emerged when Seamus Coleman was spotted training with his local Gaelic football club Killybegs, suggesting the 37-year-old might make a dramatic return to the amateur sport after leaving Everton. The Republic of Ireland captain has been without a professional club since his departure from the Premier League side at the end of last season, creating speculation about his next move.

In reality, Coleman is using Killybegs solely as a training partner to maintain his fitness whilst searching for a new professional opportunity. Though he showed talent as a youth Gaelic footballer and was selected for Donegal at minor level, he committed to a professional soccer career, joining Everton from Sligo Rovers in 2009 and becoming a club legend with 433 appearances. With the possibility of adding to his 81 international caps still in play under Ireland's manager, his focus remains on securing a new football contract rather than pursuing competitive Gaelic football.