Braiden Graham receives Everton call-up as Finch Farm footage emerges ahead of Man City
Braiden Graham could be set to get his chance at Everton before the end of the season.
The young talent is one of the most exciting prospects at the Toffees’ academy, and there have been plenty of calls for the forward to get his chance.
The Northern Irishman has been in fine form for the youth squads, scoring 12 goals in 18 appearances in the Premier League 2.
David Moyes has been desperate for that similar level of impact, and in fairness Beto has stepped up over the last few weeks.
However, after the latest footage released by Everton ahead of facing Man City, Graham could get his debut sooner rather than later.
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Everton share footage of Braiden Graham in first-team training
Moyes is no stranger to putting a young talent into the deep end at Everton; after all, it is how Wayne Rooney emerged onto the scene.
The Scotsman will be aware of the modern pressures, though, and easing Graham into life at Hill Dickinson is more likely.
| Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Everton FC U21 | 38 | 22 | 6 |
| Everton FC U18 | 18 | 12 | 2 |
| Linfield FC | 14 | 2 | – |
Everton have released footage via their YouTube channel, with Graham present as the Blues ramp up their preparations to face Man City on Monday night.
Throwing the youngster into a game against such opposition may be unwise, but there is every chance he is named in the squad.
As the season progresses, and if Everton confirm whether or not they will be playing European football, that could then present a chance for the forward to make his debut.
Nonetheless, it is a positive sign for Graham, who will surely have an opportunity to impress in pre-season as a bare minimum ahead of next season.
Has Braiden Graham been part of Everton’s first-team squad before?
This would not be the first time seeing Graham as part of the Toffees’ set up this season, as he was an unused substitute in the Blues’ 2-0 win against Nottingham Forest at the end of December.
Additionally, he was on the bench for the full 120 minutes as Everton crashed out of the FA Cup on penalties.
However, as seasons come to a close, it is typically when you end up seeing youth players be handed a chance as teams look for a wildcard option to bring in results.
Graham could make his debut before this season comes to a close.
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