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Post by Everton News. on May 9, 2019 19:45:50 GMT
Everton striking sensation signs first professional contract Young forward Ellis Simms has signed his first professional contract with Everton, David Unsworth confirmed this week. Simms has been a shining light for Paul Tait's under-18 side this season and netted an incredible 37 goals in 25 games at youth level as well as being handed his debut for Unsworth's title-winning under-23s, going on to make three appearances. The Oldham-born starlet, who joined Everton as a 16-year-old, can represent England, Jamaica or Poland at international level. He has recently been linked with a move to Germany as speculation around his future intensified after a superb season in front of goal but the Blues have acted quickly to land his signature. "Joe Anderson, Ellis Simms and Einar Iversen have got contracts and they will step into the under-23 squad next year." Anderson is an 18-year-old left-back, while Iversen, 17, previously played for Stord and Brann in his homeland of Norway before arriving at Goodison Park two seasons ago. Read More He has represented Norway at under-15 level. The trio finished third in the U18 Premier League this season, seven points behind eventual champions Derby County. Source - World News
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Post by rugbytoffee on May 10, 2019 11:36:02 GMT
Let's hope he can fulfill his potential
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Post by Everton News. on May 25, 2019 13:09:10 GMT
Officially confirmed by the club ........
Simms Eager To Progress After Signing Everton Pro Deal
Ellis Simms wants to keep scoring goals and progressing his all-round game at Everton after signing his first professional contract with the Club.
The 18-year-old striker has been rewarded for an outstanding season for the Blues’ Under-18s – which saw him score 46 goals in all competitions – with a professional deal as he looks to make the step up to David Unsworth’s double-winning Under-23s in 2019-20.
Simms joined Everton Academy aged 16 and the powerful forward believes the Club’s proven track record for developing young talent gives him the ideal platform to push on.
“It means a lot to me to sign this contract,” said Simms. “It’s what I’ve been aiming to do since I was a kid – sign my first professional deal – so I’m really happy.
“My target now is to just keep going, keep scoring goals and keep working on the areas of my game that I need to work on, and keep progressing.
“Hopefully I can continue to do that at the next step, which is the Under-23s. It’s going to be quite hard to top the season they’ve just had but hopefully I can play my part and ensure there’s more good things to come.”
Simms added: “Seeing the pathway from the Academy through to the first team shows that this Club can progress players.
“You know if you keep doing the right things you will get a chance, then it’s down to you to take it.”
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Post by rugbytoffee on Jan 20, 2021 12:19:43 GMT
Ellis Simms has joined Blackpool on loan.
On the books at Goodison Park since the age of 16, Simms has been prolific throughout his time on Merseyside, scoring eight goals in 15 league games in 2019/20 and an incredible 32 goals in 21 league matches for the under-18s in 2018/19, which took his overall tally to 46 in all competitions that season.
Named in Everton’s senior squad for a Premier League fixture against Sheffield United in July, the Oldham-born frontman is eligible to make his Blackpool debut in the Emirates FA Cup this weekend, when the Seasiders travel to Brighton & Hove Albion.
Simms: “This is a club with great history and I’m looking forward to what’s ahead. As soon as I found out about the interest, I thought this is the place where I can improve my game, step on to the stage and show what I can do.”
Blackpool’s manager Neil Critchley thanks Everton for trusting the club with his continued development.
“Ellis has an outstanding goal record at under-18 and under-23 level and I believe he’s now ready for this step into senior football. He’s a player I’ve been aware of for a few years now and I’m delighted that he’s chosen to sign for us, given that he had a number of options available.
“He will add something different at the top end of the pitch and I would like to thank Everton for trusting us with his continued development.”
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Post by Avinalaff on Jan 20, 2021 12:31:34 GMT
We're loaning players out in positions we need to strengthen.
Is this a sign another player is coming in?
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