Everton found their next Barkley in a young star, but sold him for just £1.5m.
Everton once had a rising star in Ross Barkley. A homegrown talent, he embodied the spirit of Goodison Park, with the quality to match. Barkley’s […]
youth development
Time’s up: McKenna needs to sell Ipswich star matching Delap’s salary.
Ipswich Town’s remarkable rise to the Premier League has been unprecedented, achieving back-to-back promotions from League One—a feat rarely seen in modern football. Under the […]
Nottingham Forest are working behind the scenes to discover the next talent like Ryan Yates.
Nottingham Forest has consistently featured at least one academy graduate in their first team, but right now, Ryan Yates is the only one remaining. Nuno […]
Stoke City boss celebrates ‘brilliant’ achievement, shares the credit
Sol Sidibe, Jaden Dixon, Emre Tezgel, and Tommy Simkin shine for Stoke City internationally Steven Schumacher has praised a standout week for Stoke City after […]
Steven Schumacher and Jon Walters leave their mark on Stoke City with key transfer moves
Stoke City have revamped their squad in Jon Walters and Steven Schumacher’s first summer window in charge Stoke City had clear targets at the start […]
‘Enthusiastic’ Rangers favourite takes coaching role at SPFL rival as he offers ‘high level’ ability
Former Rangers and Hearts captain Lee Wallace has made a surprising return to Tynecastle, accepting a new coaching role within the club’s academy set-up, 13 years after leaving as a player. Wallace, a Hearts academy graduate who made his senior debut for the club in 2004 and played 193 matches in maroon, now returns as the assistant coach for Hearts’ under-18 team. His career included significant stints at Rangers and Queens Park Rangers, with notable achievements such as captaining Rangers from 2015 to 2018. Despite a controversial end to his time at Rangers, Wallace’s passion for coaching has been evident, leading to his new role at Hearts where he aims to develop young talent and make a positive impact on the academy.
Nottingham Forest star shines in a new role as the European Under-19 Championship kicks off
Nottingham Forest’s academy is a point of unity among supporters. Several top talents have progressed through the ranks to play first-team football at the City […]
Ex-Rangers boss explains Sunderland role ahead of new head coach appointment
Graeme Murty, Sunderland’s coach, confirmed he would continue his role with the under-21s team next season after guiding them to the Premier League 2 final. Despite assisting the senior squad during the 2023/24 season, Murty remains committed to his under-21 players, expressing his dedication to their development and the positive relationship he has built with them. He emphasized the team’s talent, hard work, and accountability, stating, “I’m going to be doing my job, so until I’m told otherwise I’m looking after these guys.”
Reflecting on his past role as Rangers’ caretaker manager, Murty noted he is not currently focused on returning to first-team management. Instead, he enjoys the developmental challenges with the under-21s, aiming to improve their program and provide valuable experiences for the players’ growth. For Murty, ensuring the continuous progression of his squad is his primary goal, as he looks forward to another successful season.
Treble Hero Bids Emotional Farewell as Inter Milan U19 Coach: ‘Forever Grateful to Inter for Fulfilling My Dreams’
Christian Chivu expresses gratitude to Inter Milan for helping him achieve his dreams. Christian Chivu has delivered an emotional farewell as he prepares to leave […]
Meet Joe O’Brien-Whitmarsh, Southampton’s versatile midfielder, dubbed the ‘two-footed’ successor to James Ward-Prowse.
Southampton’s tradition of nurturing academy talents for the first team appears to be ongoing, with a promising new talent emerging from Staplewood. Southampton has a […]