Everton 2005-06 Arteta Home Kit (L)

Everton

2005-06 Home Kit

Arteta #6

Umbro

Large

Pre-Owned / Good Condition / badge is lifting, small pulls, mark below back number

The 2005-06 season was a pivotal one for Mikel Arteta at Everton, as it marked his first full campaign with the club after initially arriving on loan from Real Sociedad in January 2005. Following an impressive spell, Arteta made his move permanent in the summer, quickly establishing himself as a key creative force in David Moyes’ midfield. Playing primarily as a central or right-sided midfielder, Arteta showcased his technical brilliance, vision, and set-piece expertise, becoming Everton’s primary playmaker. His ability to dictate the tempo of games and deliver pinpoint crosses made him a fan favorite at Goodison Park. Despite Everton struggling to replicate the top-four heroics of the previous season, finishing 11th in the Premier League, Arteta’s performances stood out, earning him the club’s Player of the Season award. His influence continued to grow in the years that followed, cementing his status as one of the club’s finest midfielders of the era.