'Inspirational' Seamus Coleman closing in on injury return 

The Republic of Ireland captain featured once again for the Everton under-21s on Tuesday evening.  

RETURN IMMINENT? Everton's Seamus Coleman. Pic: Nigel French/PA Wire.

Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman is closing in on a return to first-team involvement with his club Everton.

Coleman played 66 minutes for the Everton under-21s on Tuesday evening, following a 45-minute appearance for the underage outfit the previous Saturday.