Tottenham Hotspur have taken another step towards cementing their long-term future by signing 17-year-old striker George Finney on his first professional contract.
The club They announced the deal on their official websiteHe expressed his happiness at securing the services of the promising young man.
George Finney's rise to prominence
Feeney joined Tottenham in July 2023, coming from Northern Ireland's Glentoran He quickly established himself as one to watch within the U18 setup.
His footballing journey began to attract attention in September 2023 when he made his debut for the Glentoran first team in the County Antrim Shield. Shortly after, he made his Premier League debut, contributing to a 4-2 win over Newry City.
In October, Feeney etched his name into the Glentoran history books as the club's youngest ever goalscorer, scoring in the Northern Ireland Football League Trophy.
Since arriving in north London, Feeney has continued to shine. This season he has made 13 appearances for Tottenham's Under-18s in the Under-18 Premier League and FA Cup, scoring two goals and providing three assists. His rapid progress suggests he could soon break into Ange Postecoglou's senior team plans.
Vinnie's potential is not limited to club level. The versatile striker has represented both Wales and Northern Ireland at youth level, showing his adaptability and ability to perform on bigger stages.
He joins a host of exciting young talent at Tottenham, including Archie Gray, Lukas Bergvall, Mickey Moore, Wilson Odubert and Luka Vuckovic, the latter of whom is set to join next season.
This commitment to nurturing young people reflects Tottenham's vision for sustainable success, building a team capable of competing at the highest level in the Premier League and Europe.
Tottenham are desperate for new signings in January
While fans will be happy with the news, they will still be frustrated by the club's lack of activity when needed.
The team has been under severe pressure due to injuries to key players, and recent struggles in the English Premier League have revealed the need for reinforcements.
After their defeat to Everton, manager Ange Postecoglou indirectly urged club president Daniel Levy to act, suggesting that the players needed help, a veiled plea for new signings.
They have been linked with several players, including Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho and Lecce's Patrick Dorgo as they look to tackle several positions. However, with just 10 days remaining in the January transfer window, it doesn't look like a deal is in the offing.
