AledThomas

Wrexham-born Aled Thomas, who has been with the Blues' Academy since the age of seven, has been a regular in Paul Tait's Under-21s side, making 15 Premier League 2 appearances in the 2024/25 season while registering three goals and two assists.

Thomas also featured in the team's Liverpool County FA Senior Cup success that campaign, featuring in all three games and producing a fine assist to set up Martin Sherif from the left flank in the 4-1 final victory over Lower Breck at Walton Hall Park, as well as playing six times in the Premier League Cup and twice in the Vertu Motors Trophy.

A centre-back who can also play out on the left of defence, Thomas has played for Wales at Under-19s level having previously represented his country at every level from Under-16s. 

Thomas also made history at Hill Dickinson Stadium back in February 2025, becoming the first player to lead out an Everton side at the Club's new home by captaining the Under-18s in their friendly match against Wigan Athletic.

Across the 2024/25 campaign, he primarily featured for Everton Under-21s, popping up with three goals and two assists in 15 Premier League 2 appearances.

He made 19 league appearances for the Under-19s across 2025/26, along with earning a debut for Wales Under-21s.

Thomas was handed starts against Belarus and Denmark in qualifiers for the European Championships.

Contracted until: June 2027