SHOCKING CONFIRMATION: Everton’s SECRET Wonderkid Braiden Graham is FINALLY Getting His Chance – Moyes’ Scouting Obsession Just Hit OVERDRIVE! You Won’t Believe What’s Happening Friday!
David Moyes to Run the Rule Over Braiden Graham Again as Paul Tait Confirms Third Appearance in Eight Days for Everton Youths
Braiden Graham was on the scoresheet again on Monday afternoon as Everton’s Under-21 side played out a draw with Burnley at Finch Farm, continuing a remarkable run of form in front of goal.
The prolific teenager has been in relentless scoring touch for the club’s academy teams, and his latest strike only reinforced the growing excitement around his development.
Speaking after the match, Under-21 coach Paul Tait was full of admiration for the 18-year-old forward, who seems unable to stop finding the net at youth level.
Graham’s impact has not been limited to one age group either.
Just days earlier, he featured for Keith Southern’s Under-18s as they secured an FA Youth Cup victory over Ipswich Town, underlining his importance across multiple academy sides.
Despite his clinical finishing and natural attacking instincts, there remain measured concerns about whether he is physically ready for senior involvement.
David Moyes and his staff are understood to admire Graham’s talent, but there are questions about whether his frame and overall robustness are prepared for the demands of first-team football.
His resilience will be examined further this week, with another Premier League 2 fixture on the horizon.
After the Burnley draw, Tait confirmed that largely the same group of players would feature again when the Under-21s host Sunderland at Walton Hall Park on Friday.
Reflecting on the late equaliser conceded against Burnley, Tait admitted the result was frustrating but praised the squad’s attitude, particularly over the past two months, highlighting the many positives in their recent performances.
Interest in Graham’s progress is intensifying. Leighton Baines was in attendance at the Hill Dickinson Stadium last week to watch the youngster represent the Under-18s, a sign that senior figures at the club are closely monitoring his trajectory.
Though only 18, Graham has already emerged as a key presence within the academy setup, taking on significant responsibility in both the Under-18 and Under-21 teams.
He has amassed 16 goals in all competitions this season, an impressive tally that speaks volumes about his natural finishing ability.
However, it is not his technique or composure that is being questioned, but rather whether he can cope physically at the highest level.
Graham may take encouragement from the pathway of Harrison Armstrong.
Last summer, Armstrong was eager to break into the senior squad but ultimately had to remain patient before sealing a loan move to Preston North End.
Much like Armstrong then, Graham now finds himself excelling at youth level while still waiting for the right moment to step up.
With the loan window closed, he is set to remain in the academy ranks for the rest of the campaign.
Everton’s first-team coaches have been impressed by his progress at Finch Farm, yet they recognise that further physical development will be crucial before he is fully ready for the Premier League stage.
