At Everton from Academy - 2023
Aintree-born forward Tom Cannon joined Everton aged 10 and was 18 when he signed a first professional contract in March 2021.
A Republic of Ireland youth international, he made his Everton Under-18 debut aged 16 and scored on his second appearance at that level in April 2019.
The curtailed 2019/20 campaign yielded 16 goals in as many games – 13 starts – including four in a 10-0 demolition of Sunderland.
Cannon was formidable again the following season. He scored at a rate of a goal every other game in 20 Under-18 appearances, while steadily being introduced to Under-23 football by manager David Unsworth.
There were 13 appearances from the bench and one start for the older-age team, Cannon netting twice, in addition to an ever-present role in Everton's run to the FA Youth Cup quarter finals.
Cannon was chosen by coaches and staff to receive the Tony Heslop Award, which honours a player who “represents The People’s Club with distinction and passion”, at the 2020/21 Academy Awards.
An skilful attacker with an eye for goal, Cannon's favourite Everton player is Richarlison.
Barcelona and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi is his football idol.
On 21st August 2022, Tom signed a new three-year deal with the Club.
On 10th January 2023, he joined Preston North End on loan for the remainder of the 2022/23 season.
On 1st September 2023, Tom signed for Leicester City on a permanent deal.
Source: Everton FC
