Jonathan Nsangou sends personal thanks to Jack Grealish after remarkable Everton scenes
16-year-old Everton prospect Jonathan Nsangou made his first-team debut in a friendly match against Blackburn Rovers. The young midfielder credited Jack Grealish for providing the assist on his goal during the behind-closed-doors game.
Why it matters
Showcases the development of youth talent in professional football and the mentorship dynamics between established stars and academy players.
Jonathan Nsangou played his first minutes in Everton's senior side on Friday.
The 16-year-old midfielder is one of Finch Farm's most highly-rated young talents.
An England youth international, he's already turned out numerous times for the Toffees at Under-21 level.
Prior to Friday, however, the youngster had never played a minute in Everton's first-team squad.
But that is no longer the case, as David Moyes' side took on Blackburn Rovers in a friendly.
For Nsangou, it was a milestone moment to remember, and he marked it in style.
What did Jonathan Nsangou say to Jack Grealish?
Evidently, Nsangou is a player that Everton feel has a very bright future ahead of him at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
To already be playing many age levels up and now mixing it in the Toffees' first-team suggests his name will become very familiar with supporters.
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