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Seamus Coleman takes swipe at ex-Everton boss Roberto Martinez

Seamus Coleman has taken a swipe at sacked Everton boss Roberto Martinez after revealing Ronald Koeman has addressed lax standards around the club.

The Toffees are currently fifth in the Premier League table having shown a big improvement under Koeman this term.

Martinez lost his job following last season’s 11th-placed finish and it appears his exit has not been mourned among the club’s senior stars.

Seamus Coleman (centre) trains with Ireland ahead of their World Cup qualifiers
Seamus Coleman (centre) trains with Ireland ahead of their World Cup qualifiers
Everton star admits the last two seasons under Roberto Martinez have been disappointing
Everton star admits the last two seasons under Roberto Martinez have been disappointing

Republic of Ireland captain Coleman said: ‘Finishing 11th isn’t where a team with our players should be.