Former Everton player and homegrown striker, James Vaughan has been appointed Everton’s Head of Academy Recruitment & Player Pathways.
Vaughan has been back with the Academy since September 2022, when he was appointed Loans Pathway Manager, and now takes on this new position within the Club’s administrative structure.
“This is a new role I am extremely passionate and excited about and to be given the opportunity to do it at Everton is a real honour,” said Vaughan.
“I said when I rejoined the Club 18 months ago it felt like I’d come home. It’s a privilege to be here, knowing what the Club means to so many people. I know because I feel that, too.
“We want the best for Everton and I will work relentlessly in helping to achieve our wider goal of building a bright future for this club.”
Everton’s Director of Football, Kevin Thelwell, said: “We are delighted James is stepping up to become Head of Academy Recruitment & Player Pathways, a new role within our football structure.
“Having been part of the Club since the age of six and progressing through the playing ranks, from pre-Academy to the Men’s Senior Team, we believe James will offer a unique perspective. With his personal experience, outstanding football knowledge and determined character, we are confident he will succeed in what is a very important position as we build for the future.”