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Joe Thomas

Everton starlet signs new deal as Kevin Thelwell continues to place faith in academy

Everton Reece Welch Frank Lampard Conor Coady Ashley Cole James Tarkowski Kevin lwell Southampton Jordan Pickford Boreham Wood

Teenage centre-back Reece Welch has been handed a four-year deal at Everton in a move that further highlights the club's determination to provide a pathway from the academy to the first team.

The 19-year-old, who made his senior debut against Boreham Wood in last season's FA Cup, is set to be a Blue until 2026 under the terms of his new deal. Welch pointed to the roles of Conor Coady and James Tarkowski, and the influence of Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole, as he revealed his commitment to the club.

He is the latest starlet to be given a deal by director of football Kevin Thelwell, whose Finch Farm overhaul has placed a heavy focus on supporting the club's emerging talent.

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